Federal Agents Arrest Carver Man in Connection to Multi-Year Dogfighting Ring
CARVER, MA — A 49-year-old Carver man is in federal custody today following a morning arrest by federal agents on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Corey Elliott faces serious charges involving a long-running, underground dogfighting operation that investigators say dates back as far as 2021, involving breeding, illegal gambling, and extreme animal cruelty.
The “No Name Gang”
According to federal charging documents, Elliott and a co-conspirator operated a venture they called “The No Name Gang.” Prosecutors allege that Elliott was a primary architect of the operation, using his residence on Silva Street as a hub for the activity. Specifically:
Map: Silva Street, Carver, MA. Neighborhood where federal activity was reported on April 14, 2026.
Constructing Pits: Elliott allegedly built professional-grade dogfighting pits and specialized kennel structures designed to condition dogs for combat.
Breeding & “Culling”: The group allegedly bred pit bull-type dogs for “gameness” and “culled”—or killed—those that did not meet violent performance standards.
Disposal & Concealment: The duo reportedly used coded language and discussed disposing of deceased animals in the ocean to avoid law enforcement detection.
Elliott told investigators how he “allegedly” disposed of dogs’ bodies, saying, “I just throw them into the Boston Harbor now. When I’m at work, I just put them in the trash back and heave-ho, heave-ho them into the river.”
The Investigation & Neighborhood Impact
While federal investigators used aerial surveillance—including a helicopter flyover in April 2025—to document the property, neighbors say the signs were there for years. Residents near Silva Street reported hearing dogs barking “nonstop” at all hours of the day and night. “It makes me sick,” one neighbor told reporters, noting they had wondered for a long time why animals were left out in those conditions.
The investigation reached a tipping point in June 2025 when a search of Elliott’s home led to the seizure of multiple dogs, many of which exhibited scarring consistent with fighting.
Items seized from the property included:
Dog pedigrees used to track fighting bloodlines.
Veterinary medications, syringes, and harnesses.
Specialized conditioning equipment used to prepare dogs for matches.
Legal Proceedings
Elliott has been charged with conspiracy to participate in an animal fighting venture, a violation of the federal Animal Welfare Act. If convicted, he faces up to 5 years in federal prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
During his initial appearance in federal court in Boston on Tuesday afternoon 4/14/2026, Elliott covered his face with his shirt to hide from cameras. His attorney declined to provide specifics, stating, “At this point, all this is is allegations… we have no ability to comment right now.”
Note to Readers: The charges are allegations at this stage. The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Reporting Animal Cruelty
To report animal fighting crimes, please contact your local law enforcement or the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Office of Inspector General complaint hotline at 1-800-424-9121.
Whats next : Right now, a specific trial date hasn’t been set. Since Corey Elliott was just arrested and appeared in federal court last Tuesday, April 14, 2026, the case is in the very early stages of the federal legal process.
Here is what the timeline looks like for a federal case like this:
The Current Status
- Arraignment: Elliott had his initial appearance on April 14. This is where the charges were officially read, and he likely entered a “not guilty” plea (which is standard at this stage).
- Discovery Phase: Over the next few months, the prosecution will hand over all their evidence—the aerial photos, the “No Name Gang” communications, and items seized from Silva Street—to the defense.
When to Expect a Trial
In the federal system, “speedy trial” rules usually aim for a trial within 70 days of the indictment, but that is almost always pushed back. Both the defense and the prosecution usually file motions for “excludable delay” to give them more time to review the massive amount of evidence.
Realistically, for a conspiracy case involving multiple years of activity:
- Pre-trial hearings: Will likely take place throughout the Summer and Fall of 2026.
- Actual Trial: If the case doesn’t end in a plea deal, a trial likely wouldn’t start until late 2026 or early 2027.
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