Overview

• Stephen Glantz, 75, has been charged with 18 misdemeanor counts of animal neglect following the discovery of 28 dead cats and 69 living ones in his Bohemia home.
• The house, deemed uninhabitable due to dangerous ammonia levels and unstable floors, was condemned by the Islip Town fire marshal.
• Rescued cats, including eight kittens, are undergoing veterinary care for infections and spay/neuter procedures, with costs estimated at $10,000.
• The Suffolk County SPCA, a nonprofit reliant on public donations, is fundraising to cover medical expenses for the rescued animals.
• Glantz is scheduled to be arraigned on May 23 and could face up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine if convicted.