October 2026 — Three people were arrested and charged with overdriving, torturing and inuring animals following an investigation into animal abuse when authorities responded to a complaint about gravely ill puppies in need of immediate veterinary care.  A search warrant was executed on the property.  In total, 17 puppies, 12 dogs, five chickens, four horses, nine cats and 31 birds were removed from the property and transported to the Animal Shelter of Schoharie Valley and the Susquehanna SPCA. Carlie J. Mace, 46, of Carlisle, was arrested and charged with three counts of overdriving, torturing and injuring animals; failure to provide proper sustenance. Mary D. Sitors, (67) was arrested and charged with eight counts of overdriving, torturing and inuring animals. William J. Jubry, 60, of Carlisle, was arrested on Oct. 3, 2026, on one count of overdriving, torturing and injuring animals; failure to provide proper sustenance. All three individuals were processed by Schoharie County Sheriff’s deputies and released on appearance tickets returnable in Carlisle Town Court on various dates.