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South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) rescued 47 dogs and puppies from three rural properties

With the help of Humane World for Animals and local sheriff's departments, the malnourished animals were transported to safety to be treated for a mix of injuries

Local officials believe the rescued dogs were part of an alleged dog-fighting ring

Authorities in South Carolina are uncovering an alleged multi-state dogfighting network and giving dozens of abused animals a path to safety.

Officials with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), backed by local sheriff’s offices and Humane World for Animals , rescued 47 dogs and puppies from three rural properties in Chester and Lancaster counties.

According to a press release obtained by PEOPLE, the coordinate

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