A May 2 status hearing set for a Sherrard woman’s animal cruelty case. Karen Plambeck’s attorney has filed a motion to release redacted discovery with the state objecting. The court has reserved ruling on the matter.
Plambeck is facing twelve animal cruelty charges stemming from an August investigation where 198 dogs were rescued from her property. She is also charged with a felony of unlawful communication with a witness in connection with the animal cruelty case.
All 198 dogs were forfeited to the care of Mercer County Animal Control. Over $170,000 worth of veterinary and boarding costs were introduced as evidence in a court hearing in September.
Plambeck has posted bond in both the animal cruelty and unlawful communication of a witness case. She has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
