NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 24, 2026Hillsborough
Laredo Animal Care Services seeks information on dog victim of animal cruelty
Laredo authorities are searching for a dog found with a bag over its head and tied with wire in the back of a white pickup truck. Officials are asking anyone with information regarding the incident, the vehicle, or the current location of the dog to contact the Animal Care Services department.
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The investigation involves potential criminal charges for animal cruelty and an active search for a dog that may require urgent medical attention.
Key Facts
- A dog was discovered with a bag over its head and tied with wire in the bed of a white pickup truck.
- An unidentified person removed the bag and cut the wires, but the dog's current location is unknown.
- Laredo Animal Care Services is requesting that anyone who rescued the dog bring it to their facility for medical care.
- Authorities are seeking witness reports, vehicle descriptions, license plate numbers, or video footage of the incident.
- Animal cruelty is subject to serious criminal charges under local law.
- The public can report information by calling 956-795-2800.