HAYLEY LANGTON AND DEREK YEOMANS OF DERBY DISQUALIFIED FOR DOG NEGLECT
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Spondon Animal Abuser
Convicted animal abusers Hayley Langton, born on December 18, 1996, and Derek Yeomans, born around 1950, both residents of Willowcroft Road, Spondon, Derby DE21 7FR, left their Akita, named Keeta, to suffer in "unimaginable pain" over several months.
Langton and Yeomans pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to Keeta between August and September 2019. The dog exhibited severe skin issues, ear and eye problems, and had not been taken to a vet for six years. Keeta was found with no fur and her eyes covered in green discharge. She was rescued by RSPCA officers and immediately taken to a veterinary centre.
During court proceedings at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court, the veterinarian testified that they had never seen a dog with such severe dry eyes, which caused her extreme pain and distress. Prosecutor Andrew Cash explained that Keeta was last seen by a vet in September 2013. Although Langton, a single mother, owned Keeta, the dog was kept at Yeomans' house.
Testing showed the dryness in her eyes was so severe that readings came back as zero—an unprecedented result. Mr. Cash stated that Langton believed Keeta was suffering from a cold her for about a month but failed to recognize the seriousness of her condition, citing her "chaotic" lifestyle and frequent absence.
Despite her condition, Keeta has recovered with some signs of hair loss remaining and is currently fostered by a veterinary nurse. Mitigation was presented by John Haye, who said Yeomans was not fully aware of the dog's suffering. He explained that both defendants had neglected their responsibilities, with Yeomans suffering from poor health—including high blood pressure—and caring for his wife full-time. Haye added that Langton also has mental health issues, making it difficult for her to properly care for herself or a pet. Both defendants expressed remorse.
District Judge Jonathan Taaffe commented that Keeta was now well looked after and responded positively to love and care. He pointed out that her health issues did not develop suddenly but resulted from prolonged neglect, emphasizing the extreme pain and distress she endured.
The judge stated, "When people have pets, they have responsibilities to look after them. I accept this is not a case of sadistic ill treatment, but neglect due to personal issues."
In sentencing, both defendants received a three-month curfew, a 12-month community order, and were ordered to pay £490 each in costs. They were also disqualified from keeping dogs indefinitely.
Source: Derbyshire Live
Langton and Yeomans pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to Keeta between August and September 2019. The dog exhibited severe skin issues, ear and eye problems, and had not been taken to a vet for six years. Keeta was found with no fur and her eyes covered in green discharge. She was rescued by RSPCA officers and immediately taken to a veterinary centre.
During court proceedings at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court, the veterinarian testified that they had never seen a dog with such severe dry eyes, which caused her extreme pain and distress. Prosecutor Andrew Cash explained that Keeta was last seen by a vet in September 2013. Although Langton, a single mother, owned Keeta, the dog was kept at Yeomans' house.
Testing showed the dryness in her eyes was so severe that readings came back as zero—an unprecedented result. Mr. Cash stated that Langton believed Keeta was suffering from a cold her for about a month but failed to recognize the seriousness of her condition, citing her "chaotic" lifestyle and frequent absence.
Despite her condition, Keeta has recovered with some signs of hair loss remaining and is currently fostered by a veterinary nurse. Mitigation was presented by John Haye, who said Yeomans was not fully aware of the dog's suffering. He explained that both defendants had neglected their responsibilities, with Yeomans suffering from poor health—including high blood pressure—and caring for his wife full-time. Haye added that Langton also has mental health issues, making it difficult for her to properly care for herself or a pet. Both defendants expressed remorse.
District Judge Jonathan Taaffe commented that Keeta was now well looked after and responded positively to love and care. He pointed out that her health issues did not develop suddenly but resulted from prolonged neglect, emphasizing the extreme pain and distress she endured.
The judge stated, "When people have pets, they have responsibilities to look after them. I accept this is not a case of sadistic ill treatment, but neglect due to personal issues."
In sentencing, both defendants received a three-month curfew, a 12-month community order, and were ordered to pay £490 each in costs. They were also disqualified from keeping dogs indefinitely.
Source: Derbyshire Live