Thomas Newton Ferrall, IV, 47, of Hollywood, is facing 48 counts of animal cruelty after authorities alleged he failed to provide food, water, and shelter to numerous animals under his care. The charges, filed in the District Court for St. Mary’s County, stem from a September 30, 2025, incident at a property on Sunnyside Road in Leonardtown. According to court documents, Ferrall is accused of neglecting at least four types of animals: emus, pigs, goats, and a horse. Each of the 48 counts alleges violations of Maryland Criminal Law §10-604(a)(5), which makes it a misdemeanor to fail to provide animals with necessary sustenance or protection. Each charge carries a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail and/or a $1,000 fine. Emus: Ferrall is charged with failing to provide nutritious food or drink to six emus in his custody. These counts account for at least 12 charges total. Pigs: He is further charged with neglecting eight pigs, allegedly failing to provide them with adequate food, drink, shelter, and weather protection. Combined, these pig-related allegations make up the largest portion of the charges—at least 21 counts. Goats: Ferrall also allegedly failed to provide nutritious food and clean drinking water to goats in […]
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