Morris County Crime of the Week: Dog Abuse in Denville -- $1,000 Reward for Key Info

Published on August 17, 2017

MORRIS COUNTY CRIMESTOPPERS' NEEDS YOUR HELP TO SOLVE THIS CASE

Authorities in Denville are investigating a case of animal abuse involving a six-year-old Coonhound named Duke, who suffered injuries consistent with animal abuse during a 24-hour period last week after he ran away from home.

(JPG, 50KB) Duke suffered abuse after he ran away from his Denville home

Duke left his East Glen Road home in the Rock Ridge section of the township on Wednesday, Aug. 9, at about 9 a.m. and was not found until almost 24 hours later. He was found the next morning by a resident on River Road who contacted Denville Animal Control and Cruelty Investigator Meredith Petrillo.

Petrillo's said that Duke sustained numerous injuries consistent with animal abuse, and he was in a lot of pain. The dog was immediately reunited with his family and then taken to a veterinarian for care.

Anyone with information relating to the identity of the person(s) that injured Duke should contact the Denville Township Police Department at (973)627-4900.

Also anyone who may have information should contact Morris County CrimeStoppers at:

www.copcall.org or 973-COP-CALL

Text 274637 using keyword MORRISTIP"

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YOU could receive a REWARD up to $1,000