In Hawaii, justice is demanded after “Eddie”, a beloved pet pig, was stolen and killed for a hunting contest.
At a Glance
- Two men charged with animal cruelty and livestock theft in Maui
- Eddie was entered and won a local hunting contest under false pretenses
- Community outrage as legal repercussions unfold
- Eddie’s owner rallies for stricter animal cruelty laws
Pet Pig Stolen and Killed
Jayden Jarnesky-Magana, 19, and Krys-Ryan Saito Carino, 20, perpetrated an appalling act that has left Maui and the larger Hawaiian community in shock. Allegedly, they kidnapped and killed Eddie, a treasured pet pig, from an animal sanctuary. Their outrageous goal was to win a local “biggest pig” hunting contest, and they seemingly succeeded by faking a hunting video that showed their dogs attacking Eddie. They won the $1,000 prize, but inconsistencies soon emerged, leading to their arrest and charges.
The fallout has been immense. Fellow hunters quickly spotted irregularities with the contest-winning entry. The skepticism stemmed from Eddie’s neutered status and his significant girth, which didn’t match typical contest winners. Eddie was not your average wild hog. Instead, he was a friendly and gentle giant, adored by many at the sanctuary of Kitty Charm Farm.
“I don’t want to ruin anybody’s life and I don’t think there’s any possibility of them getting the 10 years, but what I would like to see, I would like to see a punishment” – Haynes
Community Outcry and Legal Action
Eddie’s owner, Sarah Haynes, identified her beloved pig in the fraudulent videos and has since become a beacon of advocacy for animal rights. Haynes detailed the heinous crime, voicing concern over how these men plotted the attack with ropes, wire cutters, and an illegal gun. This disturbing saga hasn’t just sparked outrage but has triggered Haynes to advocate relentlessly for more stringent animal protection laws, rallying support in front of the Wailuku courthouse.
“Eddie’s killing was a premeditated intentional crime and the criminals deserve jail time now. They had ropes, wire cutters and an illegal gun. They trespassed on private property and cut our fence. Eddie’s pen is about 150 feet from our house.” – Sarah Haynes via the Kitty Charm Farms Facebook account
Despite the heinous details, Haynes has reiterated that vilifying the hunting community is unwarranted. She credits them for their assistance in unraveling the truth. The two men in question, facing charges of animal cruelty, theft, and property damage, may receive up to ten years in prison, though Haynes believes they might only face probation or deferred sentences.
An Urgent Call for Justice
This case spotlights the wider, pressing issue of animal abuse and draws strong reactions from the public and practitioners alike. Questions abound as to why these men targeted a pet pig, with many demanding more rigorous deterrents against such appalling crimes. As the community eagerly awaits the sentencing, Haynes’ relentless push for justice continues. Her rally, demanding stiffer penalties for animal cruelty, stands as a stark reminder of the community’s outrage and a call for the legislative hammer to fall hard on offenders.
“Hunters have a code of conduct. These young men broke all the rules… The hunting community will need to reassess contests in general, and incentives that attract illegal behavior. But they did not commit the crimes against Eddie.” – Sarah Haynes
In Maui today, justice is not simply about a courtroom verdict, but about setting a precedent for stronger protection of those without a voice. The legal proceedings against Jarnesky-Magana and Carino are only part of the ongoing battle for animal rights and enforcing a fair and just system.
