Peru takes custody of dozens of farm animals lacking proper care

SUN JOURNAL • May 19, 2025

The town has taken custody of cattle, goats, pigs, chickens and rabbits from 50 Stagecoach Road after an investigation showed they did not have “adequate shelter, food or water,” according to a court order requested by Animal Control Officer Eric Giroux. Justice Philip Mohlar granted the order May 5 in Rumford District Court, the day it was filed. The order names the defendants as Denise and Steven Letarte of Rumford.