Authorities in Nevada confiscated seven tigers from a residence in Pahrump after executing a search warrant for Karl Mitchell, the owner, who had been violating county regulations and permits for years. During the operation, Mitchell was charged with resisting an officer, leading to his arrest following a physical struggle. Nye County Sheriff Joe McGill emphasized that the seizure was essential for public and feline safety, especially after Mitchell made threatening statements. Despite Mitchell’s claims of the tigers serving as emotional support animals due to his military-related PTSD, previous legal battles had ruled against him for lacking proper permits
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