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2 accused of killing turtles with rocks, bricks, warrants say
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Sabrina Castro , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The individuals, Micah Mack and Deshawn Anthony Beatty, have been charged with aggravated cruelty to animals.
In Cobb County, two individuals are facing felony charges related to animal cruelty. The incident involved the death of two large turtles. According to investigators, the turtles were killed with rocks and bricks.
The individuals, Micah Mack and Deshawn Anthony Beatty, have been charged with aggravated cruelty to animals. The alleged attack occurred at a home in Acworth. Further details about the incident are available from local news sources.
The investigation found that the turtles died from blunt force trauma. For more information on the charges and the incident, readers can refer to the original news report.
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Category: safety Published: July 30, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Cobb County, two individuals are facing felony charges related to animal cruelty. The incident involved the death of two large turtles. According to investigators, the turtles were killed with…
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