Bienville Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies accompanied DCFS personnel to a residence in the 4900 block of Hwy 371 north of Ringgold in reference to child welfare concerns Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

Upon arrival contact was made with the resident of the house, Darci Freligh Boyd, 41, who is the mother of three juvenile children who were the subject of DCFS concerns. DCFS made arrangements with family members to take custody of the children as they appeared to be victims of cruelty by Ms. Boyd. It was also discovered that the home was being utilized as a animal rescue for 27 dogs and seven cats all of which were housed throughout the interior of the home and in a fenced area behind the home. Living conditions for the family as well as the animals were deplorable. Ms. Boyd claimed ownership of ten dogs and the cats but said the remaining animals were being housed under the name of Hope Angel Rescue.

Ms. Boyd was charged with cruelty to juveniles and aggravated cruelty to animals. She remains incarcerated under $20,000 bond. At this moment the animals are being removed from the home and into the custody of Animal Rescue Corps from Tennessee and Animal Rescue New Orleans as well as volunteers from Texas. All animals are being examined by veterinarian Dr. Randy Clemons and vaccinated to allow out of state transportation. Ms. Boyd has relinquished ownership of the animals in question to allow removal. This rescue effort was arranged through officials from Dixon Correctional Institute which is a state penal facility north of Baton Rouge. Thanks to all who made this mission a success.

Due to the deplorable conditions in the residence no photos will be released at this time but rescue photos will follow.