Elderly dog neglected, wounds left untreated
Bay Ridge, NY (US)

Incident Date: Tuesday, Jul 7, 2009
County: Kings

Charges: Misdemeanor
Disposition: Alleged

Alleged: Vincent Turzio

Brooklyn resident Vincent Turzio, 43, was arrested by ASPCA Special Agent Kristi Adams for severely neglecting his 12-year-old German Shepherd, Bella.

On July 7, Special Agent Adams and Special Agent Debbie Koch responded to a complaint made by the Bay Ridge Animal Hospital about a dog brought in with questionable injuries.

Upon arrival, the veterinarian explained to the Agents that the dog had arrived in grave condition with no explanation from her owner. Covered in urine and feces, the dog was completely emaciated and too weak to stand on her own. She was also suffering from an open wound the size of a large grapefruit on the side of her hind leg. The wound was horribly infected, with blood, bone and tissue fully exposed. The vet estimated the dog had been in this condition for over a month.

Because of the severity of her condition, Bella was humanely euthanized. Turzio was charged with one count of misdemeanor animal cruelty. He faces up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine.

References

• ASPCA Police Blotter - Aug 11, 2009

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