26 birds seized after reported cock fight in New Caney

Officials had to seize 26 live birds and one dead bird after Montgomery County Sheriff's Office responded to a reported cock fight on Royal Coach Drive in New Caney about 11:30 a.m. Sunday.

As units arrived at least 15 men fled the scene on foot, according to Montgomery County Police Reporter. Four men were arrested and nine were cited at the scene.

The Houston SPCA was contacted and took control of the birds.