SEAN PATRICK KRAESE DID HIS DOG; HE’LL BE HOUNDED IN PRISON

PATRICK KRAESE DID HIS DOG; HE’LL BE HOUNDED IN PRISON

Self-Proclaimed “Zoophile” Convicted of Animal Cruelty and the Possession and Distribution of Obscene Material

LEONARDTOWN, MD (September 6, 2024) – St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced on Sept. 6, 2024, that Sean Patrick Kraese, 24, (DOB 03/17/2000) of 45290 Stark Drive in Piney Point, Maryland, was convicted on multiple counts of animal cruelty and obscene material charges related to performing sexual acts on his pet dog.

The act of sex between a human and a dog is also known as Bestiality, sexual relations between a human being and a lower animal, according to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary.

discovered numerous deceased small animals and bones on his property.

In June of 2022, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Department received complaints from neighbors regarding numerous dead animals, burn piles, and bone piles on Kraese’s property that were producing a noxious odor. Detectives executed a search warrant on Kraese’s residence, seized his phone, and discovered numerous deceased small animals and bones on his property.

WAS PIMPING OUT HIS DOG FOR SEX IN ONLINE OFFERINGS

After an inspection of his phone, investigators learned Kraese produced videos depicting himself performing perverted acts with his dog. Kraese’s online activity revealed that he openly participated in the “zoophilia” community by distributing those obscene videos to others and offering the video recipients the opportunity to participate in similar acts with his dog.

“The Defendant’s actions were not only disturbing but a profound betrayal of the trust and responsibility we have for animals. The exploitation and abuse of animals for sexual gratification reflects a deep moral failing and an utter disregard for the dignity of all living things,” said State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling. “By holding the Defendant accountable for his depraved behavior, we reinforce our commitment to protect those who cannot speak for themselves.”

On August 20, 2024, following a bench trial, Kraese was convicted of distribution of obscene material, possession of obscene material with intent to distribute, and two counts of aggravated animal cruelty. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for October 1, 2024, where Kraese faces a maximum penalty of seven years in prison.

The lead investigator was Sergeant Keith Moritz of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Department.

Hammad S. Matin, of LaPlata, is the attorney on court records for Kraese.

Senior Assistant State’s Attorney Sarah Proctor and Assistant State’s Attorney Zachary Varda prosecuted the case on behalf of the citizens of St. Mary’s County.

Circuit Court Judge Joseph M. Stanalonis presided over the case and will sentence Kraese on October 1, 2024.

Sean Patrick Kraese sold the property at Piney Point on December 6, 2024, for $259,000. Not every home can claim to have a Pet Cemetery such as the one made famous in the Stephen King novel Pet Sematary. It is unknown if there has been an exorcism to rid the property of the haunted spirits of the pets who were buried in the backyard.

Kraese was found guilty of stalking in Montgomery County Circuit Court before Judge James A. Bonifant on July 6, 2023. He was sentenced to two years in jail, with all but 180 days suspended. Monica Mosely of Washington, D.C., represented Kraese in this case.

DIVON JAMES CHASE BODY SLAMMED PUPPY ON IT’S HEAD Got off easy by Judge John Slade, just 60 days in jail.

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Department received several inquiries from concerned citizens regarding an ongoing animal cruelty investigation. The suspect, Divon James Chase, age 25, of Lexington Park, has been charged with Animal Cruelty.

On March 14, 2016, Corporal Elizabeth O’Connor responded to the area of Jaydee Court and Great Mills Road for the report of a “subject beating a puppy.” According to witnesses, a small dog dashed across all lanes of Great Mills Road to an area near the Chesapeake Public Charter School. Several independent witnesses allege they observed Chase “sling the dog over his shoulder and slammed the dog to the ground on its head.” Witnesses also advised Chase to continue to punish the small dog by dragging and kicking.

Corporal O’Connor continued her investigation and identified the suspect. That same evening, she applied for charges to the District Court Commissioner.

Suspect Chase was officially charged on March 21, 2016.