I do not believe it completely ... there are very severe rules regarding the stuff (at least here in europe .. think over there too) ... but indeed, it this is the case, then criminal proceedings should be taken against the perpetrators! Would be awful ...
RE: I know, You do not wish to know this...
@calliwell ... I do same believe it or otherwise .. whenever possible, I avoid killing a roach, an ant, a fetus or whatever the creature maybe