In March, the Siskiyou County Sheriff's office received a report about animal neglect and cruelty at a residence on Obsidian Road.
When deputies arrived, they found two horses in a very emaciated condition and a third horse was dead, according to a press release from from the Siskiyou County Sheriff's office.
Deputies asked volunteers from a horse rescue to feed and care for the animals. A local vet was called in to provide medical care.
Despite the best efforts, one of the horses died.
Deputies and officials from the Siskiyou County Animal Shelter began to to investigate. The District Attorney's office later joined the effort.
A grand jury later issued indictments in the case.
This week, officers served arrest warrants on Benigno Eduardo Villegas, 24, and Benigno Leon Villegas, 65.
Benigno Eduardo Villegas faces one count of witness intimidation, one count of making criminal threats and two counts of animal cruelty. His bail is set at $50,000.
Benigno Leon Villegas faces two counts of animal cruelty. His bail is set at $15,000.
Police have two additional arrest warrants for other residents at the Obsidian Road home. Police believe these individuals will surrender to law enforcement authorities.
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