Maryland Zebra Owner Acquitted in Animal Cruelty Case

Jerry Lee Holly, the owner of the three zebras that escaped in Maryland in 2021, has been acquitted of three counts of misdemeanor animal cruelty. The charges were related to the zebras' escape and subsequent death of one zebra in an alleged illegal snare trap. This is not the first time Holly has faced criminal charges related to his animals, with previous cases resulting in guilty verdicts. Investigations have revealed a history of animal misconduct allegations against Holly, including violations of animal welfare laws and failure to obtain necessary permits.