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Lauren Lowe,
WRAL reports. The animals, which include lions, tigers, a jaguar and lion-tiger hybrid, were transferred to sanctuaries across the country, including Carolina Tiger Rescue in Pittsboro which is now caring for four of the big cats.
According to the news outlet, the Lowes, along with Tiger King LLC and Greater Wynnewood Exotic Animal Park LLC, were accused of violating the Endangered Species Act. The Lowes have been cited for "failing to provide the animals with adequate or timely veterinary care, appropriate nutrition and shelter that protects them from inclement weather and is of sufficient size to allow them to engage in normal behavior."