Pit bull starved to death chained in back yard Decatur, AL (US)Incident Date: Monday, Nov 6, 2006 County: Morgan Local Map: available Disposition: Convicted Charges: Misdemeanor
Abuser/Suspect: Michael Lorenzo Ballentine, II
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On November 6, 2006, animal control officers found a dead pit bull that appeared to have been starved to death. The dog reportedly died after being chained in a back yard with no food or water. The owner, Michael Lorenzo Ballentine II, was arrested and charged with animal cruelty.
On February 14, 2007, Ballantine pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charge of animal cruelty in Decatur City Court. He was sentenced to 30 days in jail and court fines. He is prohibited from owning or having contact with any animals for two years. Neighborhood MapFor more information about the Interactive Animal Cruelty Maps, see the map notes.
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