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Case ID: 16004
Classification: Shooting
Animal: dog (non pit-bull)
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Dog shot in the head
Lithonia, GA (US)

Incident Date: Wednesday, Dec 30, 2009
County: Dekalb

Disposition: Open
Case Images: 1 files available

Suspect(s) Unknown - We need your help!

On Wednesday, December 30, 2009, the DeKalb County Animal Cruelty Task Force Unit responded to a report of a dog with severe head injuries in the 5400 block of Terrytown Lane in Lithonia, GA.

Upon arrival, the investigators located a young male canine with a gunshot wound to its head. The dog was alive and seen walking near the intersection of Terrytown Lane and Lyons Road.

Investigators combed the area looking for evidence that may have been left at the scene and spoke with nearby neighbors, but was unable to gain additional information. The injured dog was immediately transported to a full service hospital for treatment.

The DeKalb County Police Department's Animal Cruelty Task Force requests the assistance of the public in locating the perpetrator(s) responsible for this heinous act.

Anyone with additional information should contact Investigator Hearst at 404-294-2996.

If you have information on this case, please contact:
Investigator Hearst
404-294-2996

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