Dog found dead
Kingsway, ON (CA)

Incident Date: Wednesday, Nov 19, 2008

Disposition: Alleged

Alleged: Jose Cruz

Charges have now been laid in connection to the death of a 2 month old puppy found dead last night beside an apartment building in the Kingsway and Cedarwoods area.

The suspect is a 41 year old man who was the owner of the dog.

Police spokesperson Olaf Heinzel says Jose Cruz is charged with killing an animal and assault with a weapon and uttering death threats.

Heinzel says they are trying to figure out what role the dogs death played in the assault.

Police believe alcohol was a factor.

References

• 570 News - Nov 20, 2008

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