>>Natural Bridge Zoo Owners Plan to Appeal Rockbridge Judge's Ruling
(Rockbridge County, VA) -- After ten months, the Natural Bridge Zoo case wraps up, but there are already plans to appeal the decision. Thomas Cage with more.Preview: Wrap Script:
A Rockbridge County judge ruled that the four giraffes seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo in December can finally be moved from the roadside attraction. Prosecutor Michelle Welch saying it is for the best.Preview: The giraffes, along with 96 other animals, were seized in a law enforcement raid last year. Gretchen Mogensen spoke to WSET.Preview: The former owners are required to pay nearly $200-thousand dollars to cover the cost of care of the seized animals. The Attorney General’s Office says a criminal investigation is ongoing.