New Year’s Eve rescue in Willcox ends in seizure of more than 20 animals

Published Jan 7, 2025, 11:00 AM

Today - When Detective Cody Essary headed to a ranch near Willcox on New Year's Eve, he wasn’t preparing for celebrations—he was leading a team to investigate allegations of animal neglect, uncovering a disturbing scene that would lead to the rescue of over 20 animals.