Mysterious Attacks on Wild Donkeys in California Prompt Calls for Answers

Moreno Valley residents and community activists are calling for an investigation into alleged animal cruelty, including 21 donkey deaths.

Wild burros at DonkeyLand Rescue courtesy of DonkeyLand.org

MORENO VALLEY, Calif.—Residents of Moreno Valley are calling for a task force to investigate the killing of 21 wild donkeys, including 13 attacks this year.

More than 200 residents packed a town hall meeting at a local church on March 23 demanding an investigation into the mysterious attacks, including a donkey that was beheaded and another that was shot with an arrow.