Tulsa Animal Control officers have seized multiple roosters from a residential property following an investigation into an alleged cockfighting operation in Tulsa. The case was initiated after a neighbor provided video evidence that appeared to show two roosters being forced to fight in the backyard of a home.
Officers responded to the residence after reviewing the footage, which investigators say shows intentional animal cruelty consistent with cockfighting activity, a felony offense under Oklahoma law.
Evidence Found During Tulsa Cockfighting Investigation
During the search of the property, officers discovered gaffs, which are sharp metal blades commonly attached to a fighting rooster’s legs to inflict serious or fatal injuries during fights. According to Tulsa Animal Control, the presence of gaffs is a strong indicator of organized cockfighting, rather than incidental animal behavior.
Authorities seized approximately six roosters believed to be connected to the alleged activity. The birds were removed from the property and placed into protective custody pending further investigation…