An alleged dog-fighting ring hed led to the recovery of 18 dogs in Pembroke Township.  Kankakee County Animal Control and the Kankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group executed a search warrant late Friday at a residence, according to a news release from the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office.  The alleged operation was near 3000 South and 13700 East Road.  No arrests were made. The investigation is ongoing.

Kankakee County Animal Control took possession of 18 dogs, some of which were in extremely poor health. “Our officers took possession of 18 dogs during the execution of the search warrant, several of which appeared to be suffering from health-related issues consistent with neglect and possible abuse,” Kankakee County Animal Control Director Kari Laird said in the release.  Laird said “Our immediate priority is ensuring each dog receives proper medical evaluations, treatment and care while the investigation continues.”

94.1 WGFA