STOLEN BIRD ALERT
45 Parrots Stolen From Renowned N.Y. Pet Store
Aug 14, 2007 6:15 pm US/Eastern
45 Parrots Stolen From Renowned N.Y. Pet Store(CBS) ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. Police are searching for suspects behind a
major bird heist from a pet store in Rockville Centre, costing the owner
thousands of dollars.Authorities say 45 parrots in all were stolen from the store owned by Mark
Marone, a frequent guest known as "The Pet Keeper" on The Martha Stewart
Show."They took Amazon parrots, they took African gray parrots, they took
cockatos," Marone tells CBS 2 HD.Marone's store, "Parrots Of The World," lost approximately $58,000 from the
heist. "That's about 1,200 bucks a bird," he says.Police
http://wcbstv.com/topstories/local_story_226163141.html
Hi to all,
Two birds were stolen in Spokane, WA from two local bird stores- The Bird Shop and Bird Lovers Outlet. A recently weaned Goffins Cockatoo was stolen from one and a yellow collared macaw that was not weaned, from another. The same woman stole these birds from both stores. This woman is named Brandy and resides at 1908 W. Garland, Spokane WA. Her home phone number is (509) 891-4000. Her physical description is a caucasian woman in her mid 30's. She is between 5'2" and 5'5" and weighs around 250 lbs. She rarely works alone and was seen in one store with a Hispanic male and in the other store with an African American woman. The womans children are of mixed race varying from Caucasian to African American backgrounds. The children have been seen both with the woman and alone, enterring stores before or after their mother when not with her. Another woman named in this is named Cathy Trombinas(sp?). I do not have any other information on her. This woman returned to one of the stores and made direct inquiries as to the whereabouts of one bird claiming she had been interested in purchasing it. She asked to be placed on a list to be called when new babies came in.
A relative of Brandy's turned her in to one of the store owners after having seen a reward posted on Craigslist. Another store also disclosed that the woman was in one of their national chain stores trying to"return" stolen bird supplies for money.
Upon arrival at this womans house, she was found trying to secret the baby Goffins from her home. It was taken by force by one of the store owners and demands were made for the other bird. The police had been called already but had not arrived.
This woman adamantly claimed the bird was hers and that she had purchased it. She then changed her story and made comment that the macaw had already been sold. She claimed she sold it in a Walmart parking lot. She also claimed to have sold an Amazon to a rescue in Post Falls to a man named Mitch. No such rescue is known to exist there, but a man named Mitch from Post Falls has frequented local stores. It is not known if he is a part of all this or not.
The woman did let one of the store owners enter her home after the Goffin had been recovered. The only cage in the house was a small parakeet sized cage. It is assumed the Goffin was kept in this.
When the police arrived, she changed her story numerous times finally admitting that she knew where the other bird was but refused to have it produced. The bird store owners both promised to not press charges if it were returned. She finally relented to have the bird brought back. She asked that the news crew present (Khq Q-6 tv) be told to leave, but luckily that was not a demand willing to be met.
Further discussion with the officers disclosed that the woman was part of a very large bird theft ring that stole birds state and areawide and sold them statewide. They would enter stores and put birds in their clothes or in a purse and walk out. The woman admitted to being a part of this ring that stole birds from Evergreen Pet Store, Petco, Petsmart and stores located all over outside of Spokane.
Help put an end to this Bird Theft Ring. Pass on this information or add more information you may know. Be aware that these people have no scruples and indications were made that birds may have been traded to settle debts that may or may not be drug related as well. These people may have even stolen birds from private parties. They must be stopped. If you have any other information, have been a victim, or know of someone who has, please contact your local authorities or feel free to let me know. Any and all help is appreciated.
Both birds recovered were dehydrated, hungry and weak, but otherwise ok. They both will have to be quarantined as it is unknown what other birds or situations they were subjected to.
Thank you and God Bless,
Pam D. The Bird Lady from Spokane, Wa.My URL
http://www.myspace.com/birdladyspokaneMy Blog URL
http://blog.myspace.com/birdladyspokane
Monday, July16th, 2007 - Winters, CA Area
PLEASE CROSS POST PLEASE CROSS POST PLEASE CROSS POST
Samantha Hughston of Winters California had the following birds stolen last night between 7 and 10:30 pm PDT1 Hyacinth macaw microchipped and banded family pet
1 pair of blue front amazons - one blind - says hello
1 pair Congo African Greys - hen says - help, help, help water
1 Hahns macawSamantha, as you can guess, is devastated. Her number is 530-574- 2984. The thieves left a net and fingerprints were lifted. The Solano county sheriff number is 707-421-7090. The case number is 07-4782 and the deputy's name is Deogracis Gastar, Jr
If you are approached by anyone offering these birds, please contact Samantha.
Any and all suggestions are appreciated. We are making flyers to put out at local feed stores, etc.
Thanks in advance!
Thursday, June 14th, 2007 - San Diego, California
STOLEN - 7 Breeding Pairs of Congo Greys as well a 2 day old baby bird and fertilized eggs stolen from breeder in San Diego area. Please advise if you hear of anyone trying to sell them or if anyone contacts you as to how to care for the two day old baby and fertile eggs. Thanks!
Contact Gail Worth through birdsnmor@aol.com
Saturday May 26, 2007 - Fresno, California Area
SPREAD THIS AROUND TO ALL THE BIRD LOVERS YOU KNOW!!!!!!
Subject: Stolen macaw and African grey (Fresno area)
Stolen - African grey and macaw - Fresno area On Saturday May 26, 2007 at
8:00am, (in Fresno area) thieves used bolt cutters to remove the locks, then
stole my sister's Congo African Grey and Blue and Gold Macaw parrots from
her backyard. This has been a devastating event for my sister Sandi, since
she is single and loves them like children. Both birds are attached to each
other as their cages have been next to each other for the last 15 years.
Sandi is very concerned about their stress levels because they are extremely
attached to her and their environment. Because we believe that the thieves
may sell them to unsuspecting buyers who won't be able to handle them they
may be sold again or be abandoned or become rescue birds. We are asking you
to please save this letter so if in the future month when birds that may fit
their description come across your path you would please contact us.Roady - An African Grey has lived with Sandi for over 20 years and has never
been sexed. She was full feathered and very healthy. Some of her favorite
words "Sandi, or Sandra" She whistles the Andy Griffin Show theme song and
other names she calls are "Johnny, Major and Milo " She likes to imitate a
rooster, peacock, hammer, telephone, mumble on phone, kitten, dog barking,
moos like a cow (lives a on dairy) Whispers "Shhhh, be quiet! Makes kissing
noises, Donald Duck voice and giggles with Major.Major - A Blue and Gold Macaw is 15 years old and has been raised by Sandi
since she was 6 weeks old and was surgery sexed. Major was full feathered
and healthy but can only be handled by Sandi. She does have a titanium band
on her right foot, not sure if the number is still visible. She did lose a
large number of feathers in the struggle when she was stolen. Her favorite
phrases, "Milo,get the ball! and screams Milo's name. She screams the word
" Mom" HI! HI! HI! "Grace, Out! Out!
Out!" "Ouch, stop that!" And screams like a little girl(from the
neighborhood). "Good boy, Major!"Our main concern is the bird's safety and getting them home as soon as
possible with limit amount of stress. No questions asked, just want their
safe return.Sandi Lea, Laton, CA 93242
(559) 287-3600, (559) 923-4305Shella Caroni, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 473-0304 shellacar@yahoo.com
January 4, 2006 ------Please feel free to cross-post--------
Everyone around Los Angeles CA area, please keep an eye out for anyone
trying to sell my babies:Last night, someone broke into my backyard aviary, stole 7 parrots and
killed one. The birds taken were: a pair of Eclectus (Solomon male and
possible RS/Sol mix female), 2 Mexican red headed amazons (aka greencheek
Amazons); 2 Whitefronted Amazons (aka spectacled amazons) and 1 Bluefront
Amazon.They killed my beautiful Solomon Eclectus girl, Lili, and left her brother
Lani very traumatized.(but thankfully safe!!)The ekkie pair are semi tame, but sweet and still handleable. The 4 amazons
I raised from babies, they are tame and can say a few words. The Bluefront
Amazon is not 100% healthy - she had aspergillosis, still has breathing
difficulties, and may need meds. I am afraid that in the wrong hands, she
will end up dead.I am guessing these thieves are not pro's, they only took the "easy to get"
birds, and were unable to remove my biting bluefront male and his lady (good
boy, Chico!), or my wild vos eclectus pair, or Lani.Please, crosspost, get the word out to pet store owners, sellers, breeders.
If anyone has any suggestions, or knows any "shady" shops or sellers
(especially downtown or east LA areas), please let me know. I have called
every bird store I could find in the LA area, but every little bit helps. If
you can print or post a few flyers, I can email you a graphic or send copies
by mail. I am absolutely heartbroken, these are my babies...Thanks!
Contact Anna Kasho
jojo_acridens@hotmail.com
(310)562-0172