Six people were arrested at a cockfight in San Joaquin County

According to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office, six people were arrested Sunday after officers found evidence of cockfighting. Officials said patrol officers responded to the area of ​​North Escalon Bellota Road and East Flood Road in Linden for a report of trespassing on private property and possible involvement in rooster fighting. The sheriff’s office said when officers arrived, several people ran or drove away from the area. Officials said officers found evidence including a cockfighting ring, gaffs or razor blades intended to be attached to the animals while they fight, and several roosters. Six people were arrested on charges of animal abuse, trespassing, conspiracy to commit a felony, possession of a wild rooster for fighting and possession of bird fighting equipment. The sheriff’s office said Animal Services was contacted to assist the roosters. “These types of gambling events also involve weapons and narcotics, which can lead to an escalation in violent behavior,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement posted on Facebook. Anyone who knows about events such as cockfights is asked to contact authorities. For more coverage of top California stories, click here | Download our app.