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British zoologist Adam Britton faces 249 years in prison for raping and killing over 60 dogs

Adam Britton’s case has been adjourned until August; following a new psychological report, he faces 249 years in prison for the rape and killing of over 60 dogs.

British zoologist Adam Britton | Photo credit: Linkedin

The last hearing in the case British zoologist Adam Britton was postponed until August 2024. Britton, a Crocodile expertfaces serious charges of rape, torture and the death of dozens of dogs, resulting in a 249-year Prison sentence In Australia.

Last year, Britton pleaded guilty to over 60 counts of animal cruelty. On Thursday Supreme Court of the Northern Territory Judge Michael Grant asked his staff and Animal rights activists to leave the courtroom before the hearing began. Judge Grant said: “In my opinion, the material has the potential to cause nervous shock or other mental disturbance,” reported ABC NewsHe described Britton’s actions as “grotesque animal cruelty.”

During the hearing, Britton’s attorney presented a new report on Britton’s mental state after nearly 30 hours of psychological treatment in prison. The attorney argued that remorse and insight, which can develop over the course of treatment, are important factors in assessing rehabilitation prospects.