A Mission, B.C. man known as the “Reptile Guy” is facing animal cruelty charges.
Crown counsel has approved two counts of animal cruelty charges against Michael Hopcraft, following an SPCA investigation.
He is also charged with one count of violating the Veterinarians Act.
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The BC SPCA investigated after a video emerged showing a man performing a veterinary procedure on a friend’s blood python without the use of sedation or pain medication.
Hopcraft has faced accusations from the SPCA in the past. In 2015, SPCA constables seized dozens of reptiles in distress from a rescue facility operated by Hopcraft.
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Officials seized 46 rats, bearded dragons and even geckos, saying they had insufficient lighting and not enough water or food.
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