Nearly 200 Goats Starved to Death Under Darlington Couple's Care: Heartbreaking Neglect

Stephanie and Kyle Lincicum, the Darlington Couple, are facing numerous charges in relation to the mistreatment and death of nearly 200 goats under their care.

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Multiple deceased goats were discovered by deputies, and later they learned that there were nearly 200 goats on the farm, with only two still barely alive.

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It was confirmed by a veterinarian called to the scene that signs of starvation and a lack of flowing water for weeks among the goats had been noted.

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Kyle Lincicum, when questioned, claimed ignorance about the cause of the deaths, stating that the goats started dying the previous month.

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Stephanie Lincicum admitted to not being sure if she had fed the goats enough due to inconsistent feeding instructions.

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Investigations revealed that the farm was initially owned by someone referred to as 'Victim1,' who had agreed to share the costs with the Lincicums and eventually sell the farm to them.

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The Fennimore Livestock Exchange records indicated that the Lincicums had sold around 265 goats between December 2020 and March 2023, making a net profit of $35,907.

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Deemed extremely weak, the two remaining goats were euthanized as they lacked any fat on their bodies.

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