Dog mauled, possibly involved in dog-fight
Tucson, AZ (US)Incident Date: Saturday, Jan 3, 2004
County: Pima
Disposition: Open
Suspect(s) Unknown - We need your help!
Investigators with the Pima County Sheriff's Department (PCSD) are requesting public assistance in locating information and suspects related to the mauling of a Labrador-mix dog named "Blackie." Detectives theorize that "Blackie" may have been the victim of a "walk-by dog fight" � a fight characterized by the release of an aggressive animal into the yard as a means of preparing it for organized dog fights. PCSD stated that the theft of two bicycles and an attempted burglary of the home was also reported and may have occurred at the same time as the dog mauling. "Blackie's" owners were out of town at the time of the attack.
Investigators believe that the crime took place on January 3rd or January 4th, 2004. "Blackie's" owners reported the dog's injuries to PCSD on the evening of January 5th after they returned from vacation. The dog was transported for emergency medical care by PCSD deputies. Veterinarians subsequently amputated both of the dog's ears and performed massive reconstructive surgery. The dog is currently being cared for by the Humane Society of Southern Arizona (HSSA) and may have to undergo additionally surgery and an extended recuperation period.
"Blackie's" residence is in the 7900 block of South Caballo, Tucson, near the intersection of Los Reales and Camino de Oeste.
The Animal Cruelty Taskforce is asking members of the public who may have information about this crime to contact 88-CRIME (883-7463), an anonymous tip-line run by the Pima County Attorney's Office. Callers need not identify themselves and no calls are recorded or traced. Callers should reference Pima County Sheriff's case number 040105355. Any caller who supplies information leading to the arrest and indictment in this case is eligible for up to $1000 in reward money.
"Blackie's" medical expenses are currently in excess of $1,500. Individuals who wish to help pay for his emergency care and rehabilitation can donate to the Humane Society's "Broken Arrow Fund" by calling at (520) 321-3704, Ext. 169; or by sending check to the Humane Society of Southern Arizona, Attention: Broken Arrow Fund, 3450 N. Kelvin Boulevard, Tucson, Arizona 85716.
Contact: Marsh Myers, Public Information Officer: (520) 321-3704, Ext. 125
Det. Mike Duffey, Pima County Sheriff's Dept.: (520) 741-4751 If you have information on this case, please contact:
Det. Mike Duffey, Pima County Sheriff�s Dept
(520) 741-4751
References- Pima County Sheriff�s Dept
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