LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – 11:20 p.m. UPDATE:
FOX5 sources confirm the man accused of throwing a dog into a dumpster and driving off is now in custody.
The incident took place around 9:14 a.m. Monday where the suspect was caught on camera dangling the dog by his legs and leaving it in a dumpster.
The Vegas Pet Rescue Project was contacted about 24 hours later and took the dog into their care Tuesday morning.
Vegas Pet Rescue Project Facebook Post Thursday evening:
We are relieved to report that the individual responsible for the heartbreaking and horrific act of throwing a dog into a dumpster has been caught and is now in police custody. Thanks to the relentless work of law enforcement and the power of our community coming together, justice is finally in motion for this innocent soul who was so cruelly discarded. This is not just a win for one dog it’s a message that animal abuse will not be tolerated. We will continue to follow this case closely and fight for the strongest possible consequences. Thank you to everyone who shared, spoke out, and demanded justice. You made a difference.
The dog was taken to Horizon Ridge Animal Hospital around noon on Tuesday. At the time they believed his name was Atreyu, sources have now confirmed the dogs name is Marley.
Sources say, the suspect is not Marley’s owner, but he lived with the dog.
This is a developing story, check back for updates.
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