| Jody Berry, 45, of Halifax, has been sentenced for animal cruelty under the Criminal Code of Canada. In May 2019, Jody Berry and Josephine Berry were charged with causing, or being the owner who willfully permitted to causing, unnecessary pain, suffering or injury to an animal, contrary to Section 445.1 (1) (a) of the Criminal Code of Canada. Jody Berry pled guilty and charges were dropped against Josephine Berry. Jody Berry was sentenced in March 2021 to a conditional discharge with a 36-month probation order. This order includes several conditions including but not limited to: 100 hours of community service, mental health counseling, not owning or having any animals or birds in custody, and a three-month curfew.
On December 18th, 2018, the Nova Scotia SPCA received a complaint that a dog had passed and foul play was suspected. SPCA Enforcement Officers seized the remains and transported the dog to the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture’s pathology lab where a necropsy was performed. The results of the necropsy gave evidence the dog suffered blunt trauma and concluded that charges were warranted under the Criminal Code of Canada.
Halifax Man Sentenced for Animal Cruelty
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| Presley Jordan Crooks Langille, 25, of Halifax, has been sentenced for animal cruelty under the Animal Protection Act of Nova Scotia. In April 2018, Langille was charged with causing a dog to be in distress along with causing distress to a cat, contrary to Section 21 (1) of the Animal Protection Act of Nova Scotia (2008). Langille was convicted in Halifax Provincial Court on April 12, 2021 and was charged $500 per offense; $1,000 total. The sentencing included a two-year prohibition from acquiring any new animals. Langille was permitted to keep his four cats and three dogs providing he abides by the court’s conditions.
In October 2017, the Nova Scotia SPCA received a complaint that a deceased cat was located at Langille’s property. SPCA Enforcement Officers responded and it was determined that a cat had died at the residence. In early November 2017, the Nova Scotia SPCA received another complaint that included a video of Langille and his dog. A full investigation took place and concluded that charges were warranted under the Animal Protection Act of Nova Scotia.
The Nova Scotia SPCA has a zero-tolerance policy for animal cruelty and neglect. You can report acts of animal cruelty by calling the SPCA toll-free at 1-888-703-7722, e-mailing animals@spcans.ca or filling out the online form at www.novascotiaspca.ca/reportcruelty/ All concerns and complaints are kept confidential.
About the Nova Scotia SPCA
Proudly following no-kill principles, the Nova Scotia SPCA is a registered charity that helps companion animals in need. Every year, more than 16,000 pets are helped through animal rescue, progressive programs, and rehoming opportunities. They do not receive any government funding for their shelters, so the SPCA relies on community support to help care for local pets in need. To learn more visit www.novascotiaspca.ca |
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