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‘Literally skin and bones’: Dozens of neglected animals seized from Hickman County property, rescue says
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Chasity Maynard , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Hickman County Sheriff's Office is being contacted for more information.
A local animal rescue farm has taken in dozens of neglected animals from a property in Hickman County. The animals were found to have serious health issues. Unfortunately, multiple deceased animals were also discovered on the property.
Further details about the condition of the animals and the investigation are available from the source. The Hickman County Sheriff's Office is being contacted for more information. A Freedom Journey, the rescue farm, is seeking donations to care for the seized animals.
More information can be found through the original news story, which includes a warning about graphic images and descriptions of animal neglect.
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Category: local Published: July 31, 2026 Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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