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Judge Hands 8-Year Sentence for Rabbit Torturer
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- May 30, 2026
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- 88
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Summary
A Calgary judge handed down an eight-year federal prison sentence to Nicholas Weseen for torturing and killing over a dozen rabbits—including naming them and performing brutal acts like castration without sedation and cutting open bodies to check for pregnancy. The judge called the crimes “repugnant, shocking and inconceivable,” rejecting the defense’s plea for a community sentence. The Crown argued animal cruelty is now recognized as violent, not just property damage, while Weseen’s apology was deemed self-serving. The judge emphasized the deep breach of trust and the need for accountability, calling his actions “kinda like playing God.” Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/78244d49de0ea3e1