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Authorities in Ohio have seized animals from former A&E personality Tony McCollister as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. McCollister was recently arrested on multiple charges related to sexual crimes. The case has drawn public attention due to his past appearance on reality television.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that the animals were removed from McCollister’s care during the investigation. Officials stated that the animals are currently safe and receiving proper care. Authorities have not fully disclosed specific details about the animals.
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McCollister is known for appearing on the A&E reality series Neighbors with Benefits, which aired briefly in 2015. The show focused on open relationships and was canceled after two episodes. His arrest has brought renewed attention to his past public profile.
Animals seized during the investigation
According to a report by TMZ published on December 27, 2025, Warren County Sheriff Barry Riley confirmed that the animals were seized from McCollister as part of the investigation.
The authorities did not openly reveal what animals were involved. Nevertheless, the Ohio local news channel WLWT5 reported the alleged involvement of two dogs.
As per his court order, McCollister is ordered not to interact with any pets or minors.
Tony McCollister's arrest, charges, and court conditions
McCollister has been charged with two sex crimes, which include pandering obscenity involving a minor and sexual conduct with an animal. He was arrested on Tuesday and was arraigned in court on Thursday. As revealed by TMZ, McCollister satisfied the $250,000 bond after his hearing on Thursday and is ordered to have no contact with pets or minors.
WLWT5 reported that the court filings allege that McCollister knowingly uploaded child sexual abuse imagery to his Google account on November 23. It further alleges that McCollister engaged in sexual conduct with two different dogs that he owned on the same day.
Tony McCollister will appear back in court next Tuesday, December 20.
Tony McCollister's background and public response
Tony McCollister attained fame after being featured on Neighbors with Benefits. The television show was an exploration of unconventional relationships, which featured two swinger couples.
Tony McCollister and his wife, Diana McCollister, were one of the featured pairs. The show aired in 2015 and was cancelled by AETV after two episodes.
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