Two dogs shot to death in backyard
Saint Charles, MI (US)

Incident Date: Tuesday, Jul 21, 2009
County: Saginaw

Disposition: Open

Suspect(s) Unknown - We need your help!

A St. Charles family woke up Tuesday morning to find their two dogs dead from gunshot wounds.

St. Charles Police Chief Kevin McInerney said the incident occurred in the 100 block of West Walnut Street. The owners reported hearing gunshots around midnight, McInerney said.

The two dogs, both mixed breeds, had been chained in the owner's backyard.

Along with animal cruelty charges, McInerney said, the perpetrator could face charges for firing a weapon inside the village limits.

St. Charles Police are currently investigating the incident, but do not yet have any suspects in the case. Anyone with information on the party or parties responsible is urged to call the St. Charles Police Department at (989) 865-8287.

If you have information on this case, please contact:
St. Charles Police Department
(989) 865-8287

References

• Tri-County Citizen - July 26, 2009

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