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PSPCA Humane Enforcement Director George Bengal Has Terminal Cancer

George Bengal, the head of humane law enforcement for the Pennsylvania SPCA, has been diagnosed with terminal cancer, the organization announced Friday night.

Bengal is a former Philadelphia police officer who moved into animal welfare 20 years ago. He is often seen briefing the media when animal control officers carried out raids or rescued abused animals.

"He has saved thousands of animals, brought hundreds of criminals to justice, and mentored officers and colleagues in enforcing the cruelty code," the organization wrote its post.

Bengal learned of the diagnosis recently. Officials did not say what type of cancer he was suffering from.

The PSPCA has set up a webpage allowing people to write messages to Bengal thanking him for his service. They are also encouraging people to share posts on social media using the hashtag #thankyougeorge.

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