July 20, 2017
RSPCA Qld inspectors executed 11 warrants at properties throughout the State on Wednesday in relation to illegal cockfighting.
Properties raided were in Gympie (3), the Sunshine Coast (1), North Brisbane (2), South Brisbane (3), west of Ipswich (1), and Cairns (1).
An RSPCA spokesman said the operation was the result of a major investigation that was looking into illegal cockfights and cock birds being imported and exported for the purpose of fighting.
RSPCA Inspectors located and seized 186 fowl and numerous cockfighting paraphernalia, including prohibited spurs which are attached to cock birds during fights.
“The investigation is ongoing,” RSPCA Qld Chief Inspector Daniel Young said.
“We’d urge anyone who has any information to come forward.”
