Portage County, Ohio – In a disturbing case of animal cruelty, Barbara Wible, a 69-year-old woman who faced charges connected to the deaths of 160 dogs in Cuyahoga and Portage counties, has passed away. The news was confirmed by 3News’ Lynna Lai through the Portage County Sheriff’s Office.
Wible’s legal troubles began when she was indicted for severely neglecting 36 dogs at her Parma residence, leading to the deaths of 14 animals. The investigation revealed that the dogs were locked in cages without food or water for an extended period. The case unfolded when law enforcement responded to a welfare check at Wible’s property and discovered the dire conditions the dogs were living in.
Furthermore, Wible, who was known as the president and co-founder of a dog rescue organization called Canine Lifeline, also faced charges in Portage County. Authorities found 146 deceased dogs at her property in Mantua, painting a grim picture of neglect and mistreatment.
In response to Wible’s death, Amy Belcher, the executive director of PAWS Ohio, expressed gratitude to the prosecutors for charging Wible for her inhumane treatment of the dogs in her care. Belcher emphasized the severity of Wible’s actions and the suffering they caused, highlighting the contradiction between Wible’s supposed mission to rescue dogs and the tragic outcome for these animals.
The passing of Wible marks the end of a troubling chapter in the lives of these neglected animals and sheds light on the importance of proper care and compassion for all living creatures. The legal repercussions faced by Wible serve as a reminder of the consequences of animal cruelty and the necessity of upholding animal welfare laws to protect vulnerable creatures.