Cody Roberts

Sublette County, Wyoming man pleaded guilty in March 2026 to one felony count of animal cruelty for torturing a wolf inside the Green River Bar in Daniel, WY — case drew national outrage and spurred state reform legislation.
Sentenced after months-long proceedings; faced up to 2 years state prison on the felony count. The case prompted national press scrutiny of Wyoming's weak penalties for cruelty to non-companion wildlife and is referenced in 2025-2026 reform bills. Wyoming Game & Fish and Sublette County Sheriff jointly investigated.
Up to 2 years state prison on felony animal cruelty; sentencing included probation terms.
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