Seven Tigers Seized from Nevada Property Over Permit Violations and Safety Concerns
- Nye County deputies seized seven tigers on April 2, 2025, from a Pahrump property owned by Karl Mitchell.
- Mitchell had the tigers for seven years and lacked the required permits, violating county ordinances.
- Sheriff's office, code enforcement, and animal services assisted, needing to sedate the tigers for safe removal.
- Sheriff McGill stated the operation started around 7 a.m.; Linda Faso said Mitchell has a history of neglect.
- Mitchell was arrested for resisting an officer, and the tigers are being relocated to an out-of-state sanctuary.
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