BOONE COUNTY, Ind.—Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States, is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person or persons responsible for abandoning an emaciated dog in a trash can.
The Case: The Boone County Sheriff’s Office gave the following account: On the evening of April 20, a homeowner found an emaciated female shepherd mix abandoned in their trash can. The trash can was situated at the end of their driveway along 200 E in Lebanon. The dog, named “Prim” by authorities, survived and is now in a foster home.
Animal Cruelty: Securing the serious attention and engagement of law enforcement, prosecutors and residents in cases involving allegations of cruelty to animals is an essential step in protecting the whole community. The connection between animal cruelty and human violence is well documented. Studies show a correlation between animal cruelty and many other crimes, from narcotics and firearms violations to battery and sexual assault.
“Allowing a dog to decline into such a poor body condition and then leaving her for dead in a trash can is a heartbreakingly cruel crime,” said Samantha Chapman, Indiana state director, Humane World for Animals. “We hope our reward offering helps find the person or persons responsible for this despicable act.”
The Investigators: The Boone County Sheriff’s Office is investigating this case. Anyone with relevant information is asked to call Boone County dispatch at 765-482-1412 and select option 4 to provide a tip.
Resources: Humane World for Animals’ Animal Cruelty Campaign raises public awareness and educates communities about the connection between animal cruelty and human violence while providing a variety of resources and support to law enforcement agencies, social work professionals, educators, legislators and families. We offer rewards in animal cruelty cases across the country and work to strengthen laws against animal cruelty.
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