Carver man charged in federal dogfighting ring

Corey Elliott accused of breeding, training, and fighting dogs over several years

Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:40pm

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An extreme close-up of a heavy dog collar and chain, starkly lit against a dark background, conceptually illustrating the cruelty of the dogfighting industry.A grim reminder of the harsh realities behind the underground world of dogfighting.Boston Today

A 49-year-old Carver man named Corey Elliott has been charged in federal court for his alleged involvement in a multi-year dogfighting operation that included breeding, training, and fighting dogs. Elliott appeared in U.S. Federal Court in Boston on Tuesday, April 14 to face the charges.

Why it matters

Dogfighting is a felony crime that involves the cruel and inhumane treatment of animals. This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to crack down on organized animal fighting rings, which can also be linked to other forms of criminal activity.

The details

According to authorities, Elliott was part of a group known as the "No Name Gang" that was involved in breeding, training, and fighting dogs over a period of several years. The investigation into the dogfighting operation was conducted by federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.

  • Corey Elliott appeared in U.S. Federal Court in Boston on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 to face the charges.

The players

Corey Elliott

A 49-year-old man from Carver, Massachusetts who has been charged in federal court for his alleged involvement in a multi-year dogfighting operation.

No Name Gang

A group that Corey Elliott was allegedly a part of that was involved in breeding, training, and fighting dogs over a period of several years.

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What’s next

Prosecutors will continue to build their case against Corey Elliott, and he is expected to face a trial in the coming months.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to crack down on the cruel and inhumane practice of dogfighting, which is a felony crime that can also be linked to other forms of criminal activity.