Accused Asbury Park cat rapist deemed fit for trial in pet's torture and death; now what?
Prosecutors allege Bani J. Mezquititla's torture of his pet cat, Ellie, included restraining her with miniature handcuffs and cutting out her tongue.
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Prosecutors allege Bani J. Mezquititla's torture of his pet cat, Ellie, included restraining her with miniature handcuffs and cutting out her tongue.
A judge ordered a psychiatric examination for Bani J. Mezquititla to determine if he is competent to stand trial on animal cruelty charges.
Authorities allege Bani J. Mezquititla restrained his pet cat with miniature handcuffs, repeatedly raped her and sexually tortured her with a pencil.
18-year-old Bani Mezquititla, of Asbury Park, is charged with the horrific torture and sexual assault of his pet cat Ellie over several months.
18-year-old Bani Mezquititla, of Asbury Park, is charged with the horrific torture and sexual assault of his pet cat Ellie over several months.