A 32-year-old woman, Lynette Ayala, faces animal cruelty charges after New Bedford police allege she shot a dog with a pellet gun. The incident, reported earlier this month, was confirmed by security cameras that captured the sound of gunfire as the dog was seen limping away in pain, leading to immediate police involvement.
New Bedford Police Chief Paul Oliveira emphasized the seriousness of animal cruelty, stating, “We will not tolerate it in our community.” The swift response from animal control officers has sparked a call for increased vigilance and justice for affected animals. Police urge anyone with further information to help in the investigation, highlighting communal responsibility in safeguarding animal welfare.
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