Winnipeg Couple Faces New Charges in Harrowing Animal Abuse and Dark Web Case

Police allege the pair tortured and killed over 75 animals, shared disturbing content online, and planned to harm a child.

Irene Lima, 55, and Chad Kabecz, 40, were arrested in October and now face additional charges, including bestiality, child pornography, and conspiracy to harm a child.
Investigators uncovered hundreds of videos and photos of animal torture and killing, with some involving a sexual component, between May and October 2024.
Kabecz allegedly created a dark web network requiring prospective members to submit videos of themselves killing animals for access.
Police found encrypted communications between the pair discussing plans to torture a child, though no children were directly involved, according to authorities.
The case has prompted an international investigation, with law enforcement in other countries pursuing related leads.