Federal authorities intensify efforts to stop animal sacrifices in New York

In response to alarming reports of animal sacrifices in Queens’ Jamaica Bay, city and federal authorities are taking decisive action to curb these disturbing activities.

Following an exposé by in a report, which revealed a surge in animal sacrifices in the area, both the National Parks Service (NPS) and New York City officials have committed to enhancing their efforts to protect local wildlife.

To deter these inhumane acts, the National Parks Service has announced plans to install mobile lights near the Addabbo Bridge in the federally-managed Spring Creek Park.

This measure aims to prevent individuals from torturing and killing animals under the cover of darkness.

Councilwoman Joann Ariola of NYC District 32 shared this initiative, emphasizing the urgent need for increased vigilance.

NPS spokeswoman Daphne Yun confirmed that the agency would also bolster the presence of parks police patrols in the area. Since late July, animal rescuers have discovered at least eight animals dead or injured, including five wounded pigs, a near-dead baby rat abandoned in a bag alongside chicken bones, and a dog carcass with a snapped neck.

In addition to federal efforts, the city’s Parks Department has pledged to enhance overnight patrols in Sunset Cove Park, Broad Channel, another site where gruesome animal remains have been uncovered.

This coordinated response by the city and federal authorities reflects a strong commitment to ending these cruel practices and ensuring the safety of animals in Jamaica Bay.