(Dillon) Robert and Constance Riley appeared in Beaverhead County Justice Court on Thursday, April 18th each facing a felony charge of aggravated animal cruelty.
The Rileys were arrested on Tuesday at their property on Chreston Lane about 11 miles west of Dillon.
A Sheriff’s deputy said it is worst animal cruelty case he has seen in nearly 30 years of law enforcement.
A total of 47 animals, including geese, alpacas, pigs, and horses were seized from the property.
Additional charges may be added before the case heads to District Court.
