The Bastrop Police Department says an anonymous call has led to a dog fighting ring. They said during the investigation at a residence, authorities discovered approximately 20 pit bulls chained in the back yard covered with numerous scars in various stages of healing.
39-year-old Justin Johnson was arrested on 20 Counts of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals and warrants are issued for two others who fled the scene and were later identified by video footage.