Racehorse Tests Positive for Methamphetamine; Trainer Suspended

PETA calls for lifetime ban for trainer, arguing the punishment is insufficient for the serious violation.

Gardy’s Legacy, a racehorse, tested positive for D-methamphetamine after winning a race at Ohio's MGM Northfield Park.
The horse's trainer, Samuel Schillaci, was suspended for one year and fined $1,000 by the Ohio State Racing Commission.
PETA is calling for a lifetime ban for Schillaci, arguing that the current punishment is not commensurate with the serious violation.
The Ohio State Racing Commission stated that the one-year suspension is the maximum penalty allowed by law.
Gardy’s Legacy was disqualified and the $4,500 winnings were returned.