A Norwalk woman turned herself in to the Warren County Jail on multiple active warrants for animal neglect last week.

On April 12th, the Norwalk Police Department and Animal Rescue League of Iowa rescued 60 pets from the home of Michelle Richard. Upon arrival at the home, officers and members of the  Rescue League’s mobile rescue team located 57 live dogs, three live cats, and seven deceased dogs inside the house. The investigation revealed that the residents were providing the animals with sufficient food and water, but many of the dogs had various medical conditions that required treatment. According to the Norwalk Police Department, the interior of the house appeared to be unsanitary with excessive amounts of animal waste and trash covering many surfaces. 

Richard is charged with Animal Neglect with Serious Injury or Death, Animal Neglect with Injury and Animal Neglect no Injury. Richard will make her initial court appearance on Wednesday.