ARVADA, Colo. -- The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office released disturbing photos Wednesday from a case of alleged animal cruelty and neglect involving approximately 200 rabbits.
On July 21, authorities seized the rabbits from 6 Bells Farm at 12820 West 75th Ave. in Arvada, citing "deplorable conditions."
"After officers and veterinarians did an initial inspection of the rabbits and the conditions they were being kept in, it was determined that the 200 rabbits needed to be seized for their welfare," said Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Jacki Kelley.
The rabbits were packed into a shed "with little or no light and in filthy and cramped cages," according to the search warrant affidavit, which was also released Wednesday.
"The animal’s coats were matted, and the place stunk of urine and feces," the warrant says. (Read the full affidavit)
The rabbits were transported to the Jefferson County Fairgrounds for treatment by veterinarians with the Foothills Animal Shelter.
The owner of the farm, Debe Bell, 59, will appear in court on Sept. 12 to face animal cruelty and neglect charges.
