Chesterfield Dog Fighting Ring Exposed | Charlotte News

Seven Chesterfield County residents are facing federal charges for running a brutal dog fighting ring from 2019 to 2026, breeding and training pit bulls for violence using treadmills, bite sticks, and even blood-stained carpets. Authorities seized over 100 dogs and horrific paraphernalia—including weighted collars and chains—during raids between April and July 2026, with one seizure involving 77 dogs, the largest in South Carolina history. Among them, former sheriff’s deputy Lonnie Shane Gaskins is among those indicted. The U.S. Attorney’s office vows to protect animals unable to speak for themselves, warning that dog fighting turns cruelty into profit—and penalties range from five to fifteen years in prison. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1683a46de489a525