Dog beaten to death with hammer during burglary
Lakewood, NJ (US)

Incident Date: Wednesday, Jul 9, 2008
County: Ocean

Disposition: Open

Suspect(s) Unknown - We need your help!

An animal welfare group is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the conviction of those responsible for beating a dog to death during an attempted burglary.

The New Jersey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says the incident happened Wednesday night in Lakewood.

The dog was preventing somebody from entering through a window when an intruder took a hammer from inside the window and repeatedly struck the dog in the head.

Those with information are asked to call 800-582-5979.

If you have information on this case, please contact:
800-582-5979

References

• Philly.com - July 13, 2008

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