A 66-year-old man named Domingo R. Rodriguez has been charged with animal cruelty after authorities found his dog decapitated in Fort De Soto Park, Florida.
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The 4-year-old bulldog mix, named Dexter, was discovered floating in a mangrove swamp inside a plastic bag. The dog had been adopted by Rodriguez the previous week through a local shelter called ‘Pinellas County Animal Services‘.
According to a report from the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, Rodriguez admitted to being in the park on the day the dog went missing and provided inconsistent statements to authorities. The contradictions in his testimony led to his arrest, and now the man faces charges of improper disposal of dead animal bodies and animal cruelty.
The shelter where Dexter was adopted expressed shock and sadness over the puppy’s death, stating that their screening processes did not detect any issues indicating a danger to the animal’s well-being, and they encourage the community to report any animal abuse to the sheriff’s office.
“We are mourning Dexter and appreciate our community and advocates for their condolences and words of support during this time. With your continued support, healing can begin.”
Source: Des Moines Register
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