Two Arrested in Lincoln for Felony Child and Animal Abuse Amidst Squalid Conditions
In Lincoln, Nebraska, two people, Sarai Bloomquist and Jay Chalk, have been arrested for felony child and animal abuse. The arrests occurred after deputies investigating neglected, emaciated dogs discovered a residence in severe squalor, where two juveniles and additional animals…
Lincoln & Hastings Kearney, NE, October 30, 2026 —
LINCOLN, NE — Authorities in Lincoln, Nebraska, have arrested two individuals, Sarai Bloomquist and Jay Chalk, on felony charges related to child and animal abuse. The arrests followed an investigation into animal neglect that uncovered deeply concerning living conditions.
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department initiated an investigation after receiving reports concerning neglected and emaciated dogs. Deputies responded to the scene and discovered a residence characterized by severe squalor.
During their investigation, deputies found not only the neglected animals but also two juveniles within the residence. The conditions described were so severe that they led to the felony charges against Bloomquist and Chalk.
The discovery of the juveniles and additional animals alongside the emaciated dogs highlighted a critical situation requiring immediate intervention. The specific details regarding the number of additional animals found and the condition of the juveniles were not immediately available.
The arrests of Sarai Bloomquist and Jay Chalk mark a significant development in the case, with authorities continuing to assess the full scope of the abuse. Further details regarding the timeline of events leading to the discovery and the subsequent legal proceedings are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by Noelle Adams on www.klkntv.com, see more information here.
