Senior Pentagon official charged with operating illegal dogfighting ring for over 20 years

Frederick Douglass Moorefield Jr., a Department of Defense deputy chief, is accused of running a dogfighting ring called "Geehad Kennels" since at least 2003.
Moorefield allegedly used encrypted messaging apps to coordinate dogfights, training, and bets on the fights with associates.
Searches uncovered evidence of dogfighting at Moorefield's home, including 12 dogs, training equipment, steroids, and devices used to kill losing dogs.
Moorefield's friend and alleged accomplice, Mario Damon Flythe, also faces charges related to the dogfighting operation.
Moorefield is no longer employed by the Defense Department and could face up to 5 years in prison if convicted.