TOMAS FERREIRA SENTENCED IN OLDHAM FOR ANIMAL ABUSE AND VIOLENCE AGAINST DOG
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Oldham Animal Abuser
Tomas Gabriel Couceiro Ferreira, born on 2 April 1996 and residing at Edmund Street, Shaw, Oldham OL2 8EY, has been convicted of horrifically abusing his dog, a Bichon Frise named Skye. Ferreira subjected the dog to a series of violent attacks, including beating her with a metal pole, which resulted in Skye suffering multiple injuries such as a broken jaw, broken ribs, a fractured bone in her back leg, and ten broken teeth.
The RSPCA visited Ferreira’s home in Gamesley, near Glossop, Derbyshire, and discovered blood splatters throughout the residence. Bloodied metal poles, some with white hair on them, were also found on the property. An officer recovered a bloodstained pole from Ferreira’s home. A member of the public had earlier rescued Skye after spotting her in distress, bringing her to Victoria Veterinary Centre in Glossop. There, veterinarians provided pain relief and alerted the RSPCA.
Inspector Nichola Waterworth explained, “The member of the public who rescued the dog said she looked broken and was really concerned for her well-being. How she survived such horrific attacks is unbelievable but she had so many injuries and broken bones there was a real concern she wouldn’t pull through.” Skye's injuries were extensive; she had a ruptured eyeball that had to be removed, leaving her completely blind, as she was already blind in her other eye.
Skye’s condition was serious; veterinary staff feared her fractured jaw might be beyond repair due to its age, but she eventually recovered after wearing a special muzzle that stabilized her broken bones for a month. Despite her trauma, she is described as an affectionate and confident dog who has been rehomed and is thriving in a loving environment.
Ferreira was found guilty of causing unnecessary suffering to a dog through blunt force trauma and physical violence. It was also revealed that Ferreira has a prior history of violence; in November 2017, he faced assault charges in Taunton, Somerset, against two women and a man, though the outcome of that case is unknown.
Inspector Waterworth praised the resilience of Skye, stating, “She is a brave little character and despite having her ruptured eye removed, she went through all of this and has made an amazing recovery. Despite her blindness, she remains confident and enjoys exploring, and she continues to be affectionate.”
In sentencing, Ferreira received an 18-week jail term, was ordered to pay a £150 victim surcharge, and was banned for life from keeping animals. The Manchester Evening News reports this strict punishment reflects the intolerance toward violence against animals like Skye.
The RSPCA visited Ferreira’s home in Gamesley, near Glossop, Derbyshire, and discovered blood splatters throughout the residence. Bloodied metal poles, some with white hair on them, were also found on the property. An officer recovered a bloodstained pole from Ferreira’s home. A member of the public had earlier rescued Skye after spotting her in distress, bringing her to Victoria Veterinary Centre in Glossop. There, veterinarians provided pain relief and alerted the RSPCA.
Inspector Nichola Waterworth explained, “The member of the public who rescued the dog said she looked broken and was really concerned for her well-being. How she survived such horrific attacks is unbelievable but she had so many injuries and broken bones there was a real concern she wouldn’t pull through.” Skye's injuries were extensive; she had a ruptured eyeball that had to be removed, leaving her completely blind, as she was already blind in her other eye.
Skye’s condition was serious; veterinary staff feared her fractured jaw might be beyond repair due to its age, but she eventually recovered after wearing a special muzzle that stabilized her broken bones for a month. Despite her trauma, she is described as an affectionate and confident dog who has been rehomed and is thriving in a loving environment.
Ferreira was found guilty of causing unnecessary suffering to a dog through blunt force trauma and physical violence. It was also revealed that Ferreira has a prior history of violence; in November 2017, he faced assault charges in Taunton, Somerset, against two women and a man, though the outcome of that case is unknown.
Inspector Waterworth praised the resilience of Skye, stating, “She is a brave little character and despite having her ruptured eye removed, she went through all of this and has made an amazing recovery. Despite her blindness, she remains confident and enjoys exploring, and she continues to be affectionate.”
In sentencing, Ferreira received an 18-week jail term, was ordered to pay a £150 victim surcharge, and was banned for life from keeping animals. The Manchester Evening News reports this strict punishment reflects the intolerance toward violence against animals like Skye.