On Tuesday, September 2nd, Chattooga County officers were brought to Back Penn Road due to a civil matter.

The owner of the property told officers that he recently discovered that the previous tenant abandoned several animals and items. The animals included a cat, a dog, and several kittens. The animals had been left without food or water after the tenant left as well.

The other miscellaneous items left in the house included old furniture, clutter, and trash. The officers claimed the home unfit for residency. Animal control arrived to take care of the animals. The property owner requested a report for documentation.