On Saturday, 01/23/16 at approximately 12:35pm, at 2185 Lela. Beaumont Animal Service Officers were checking on the welfare of 2 Pit Bull dogs that were tied up.
The two female, Black and White, Pit Bull’s. One approximately 10 -12 months old was strangled to death, caused by the lead becoming tangled around its neck. The 2nd a 1-2 year old had severe swelling on the pelvis and back legs from loss of circulation due to a wire lead, being wrapped around its back end for an extended period of time. The prognosis is good for recovery.
Cruelty charges pending seizure hearing.
Officer Jose (Joe) Ornelas