Allegany County: Wirt father and son arrested for animal cruelty UPDATED

L-R: Daniel Hint, Joshua Hint

On January 30, 2019, state police based in Amity arrested Daniel D. Hint, 55, and Joshua D. Hint, 36, both of Wirt, NY for Failure to Provide Sustenance (four counts Joshua and 18 counts Daniel). Daniel Hint was further charged with Neglect of an Impounded Animal (four counts), Improper Disposal of Dead Animals (two counts), and Failure to Provide Shelter for Dogs Left Outdoors (four counts).

Along with Allegany County SPCA Investigators, Troopers investigated a complaint of deceased, malnourished, and neglected animals at three farm properties located on State Route 275 and County Road 8 in the town of Wirt and located nine deceased animals. In total, the SPCA removed 140 other animals from the three locations. Troopers allege the Hints had committed the offenses listed above. Both Hints were arrested and arraigned in Wirt Town Court and released on their own recognizance. They are due to reappear in that court late this month.