William Wackowski News Today

Prosecutors allege Bani J. Mezquititla's torture of his pet cat, Ellie, included restraining her with miniature handcuffs and cutting out her tongue.

A man who reportedly raped and killed a cat has been legally compelled to complete a psychiatric evaluation to prevent the same treatment towards other living beings. Thank officials for looking out for the welfare of the public and doing something to address his supposed dangerous behavior.

A judge ordered a psychiatric examination for Bani J. Mezquititla to determine if he is competent to stand trial on animal cruelty charges.

In just about a year-and-a-half's time starting in 2020, there have been 550 CyberTips that have come in that have led to 77 arrests in Monmouth County for child porn related offenses.