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The Natural Bridge Zoo scandal just got even bigger — a judge has split the trials of five key figures, including current owner Gretchen Mogensen and former owners Debbie and Karl Mogensen, all facing over 60 charges like animal cruelty and document fraud. Veterinarian Ashley Spencer and elephant trainer Mark Easley will be tried separately. With 1.2 terabytes of evidence and a gag order now in place, the case is heating up — especially with PETA’s role in the investigation under scrutiny. Authorities raided the zoo last December, uncovering nearly 100 live animals and dozens of dead ones, reigniting years of allegations about neglect. No trial dates yet, but everyone’s back in court in August — this could be Virginia’s most consequential animal welfare case.

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