FOND DU LAC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – Fond du Lac Police arrested a 38-year-old male Sunday, related to alleged animal cruelty.
Police responded to a complaint on Saturday to the 100-block of North Berger Parkway for a report of a man walking his dog during which he allegedly punched and kicked the animal. Police were unable to located the suspect.
Officers opened an active investigation according to Fond du Lac Police and were able to identify the suspect as a 38-year-old male from Fond du Lac.
On Sunday, Oct. 1, officers observed the suspect driving in the area of W. Johnson Street and N. Seymour Street and made a traffic stop. The suspect was taken into custody and was being held in the Fond du Lac County Jail on multiple charges.
“Animals are considered to be members of the family for so many pet owners, including myself,” said Fond du Lac Police Chief Aaron Goldstein. “We appreciate everyone, some from all over the nation, who reached out through email and Facebook posts about this incident” after it was posted to social media. “We are currently working through the process of custody of the animal for assessment for any injuries or illnesses that require attention. We will release an update when our thorough investigation is complete.”
The investigation remains active at this time.
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