Puppy poisoned with strychnine
Morristown, AZ (US)

Incident Date: Tuesday, Feb 5, 2008
County: Maricopa

Disposition: Open

Suspect(s) Unknown - We need your help!

A young puppy was poisoned in Morristown in the far west Valley, officials said.

Miley, a 5-month-old Australian Cattle Dog, died after eating food tainted with strychnine, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said.

MCSO's Animal Cruelty Unit is investigating the case and may offer a reward for information leading to the arrest of the person who poisoned Miley's food.

Anyone with information is asked to call 602-876-1681.

References

• KPHO - Feb 6, 2008

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