In a disturbing pattern of events, a dog was thrown over the fence of the Humane Society of Atlantic County in South Jersey, marking the fourth such incident in recent months. Around 2 a.m. on Absecon Boulevard, Atlantic City, a man was captured on video tossing the dog into the shelter's perimeter. This series of abandonment cases has raised concerns among the shelter staff, who suspect a single individual may be responsible, as reported by 6abc.
The video of the latest abandonment, showing the dog being discarded, fails to provide clarity on the animal's breed or age. Struggling with the ongoing issue of animals being left in its care in this manner, the shelter has stated on their website that they are not accepting pet surrenders at this time. A black Cadillac sedan, associated with the suspect, has been of particular interest as per a post by the Humane Society of Atlantic County, as noted by CBS News Philadelphia.
The Atlantic City Police Department is involved in the investigation of these abandonment cases, with a humane law enforcement officer assigned to the matter. Details about the suspect are few, except for the vehicle's make, and investigators are calling for public assistance. Anyone with information that could lead to identifying the person involved is encouraged to contact the authorities. This latest dog, which has distinctive scarring on her back, is safe and now being cared for at the shelter, according to FOX 29 News.
The Humane Society is reaching out for help after this alarming trend, with each incident pushing the shelter's resources and staff to the limit. They believe that it may be the same person repeatedly, according to the pattern of the drop-offs. The shelter's primary goal remains the wellbeing and rehoming of these animals, despite the challenges posed by such irresponsible acts of pet ownership. Atlantic City Police are ongoing with the investigation, hoping to put an end to these heart-wrenching events.
