Overview

• Stephen Glantz, 75, was charged with 18 misdemeanor counts of animal neglect after 28 dead cats were discovered in his Bohemia, Long Island home.
• Authorities rescued 69 surviving cats, including eight kittens, from unsanitary and hazardous conditions, with many requiring treatment for infections.
• The home was condemned by fire officials due to dangerous ammonia levels and structural instability; power was cut off for safety reasons.
• The Suffolk County SPCA, which is seeking $10,000 in donations to cover veterinary expenses, is caring for the rescued cats until they are medically cleared for adoption.
• Glantz, who surrendered the cats to the SPCA and local shelters, is scheduled for arraignment on May 23 and could face up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine if convicted.