A disturbing case of animal cruelty has emerged from Doral, where a 21-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing a dog multiple times. The man, identified as Dante Antepara, is facing serious charges, including a second-degree felony charge of animal cruelty with intent to injure or kill using a deadly weapon, as reported by CBS Miami.
According to police statements obtained by NBC Miami, the incident took place early Wednesday at a residence on the 5700 block of Northwest 112th Avenue. A witness contacted police after finding Antepara making incoherent statements over the phone, and upon arrival at the home, she discovered everything covered in blood and in disarray, including the floor.
Officers who responded to the scene confirmed they found significant amounts of blood and an injured dog on the premises. The pet, which suffered seven stab wounds according to the NBC Miami report, was taken to the Doral Centre Animal Hospital for emergency treatment. However, due to the severity of the injuries, the decision was made to euthanize the animal.
In the course of the investigation, police seized what was described as a "lethal cutting instrument." Antepara was taken into custody at his apartment and eventually transported to the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, based on statements obtained by Crime Watch Miami. Specifics regarding the circumstances that led to the alleged stabbing were not detailed in the reports, and Antepara's statement to police has been redacted.
Anyone with information on animal abuse in Miami-Dade County is urged to contact local authorities. The Animal Services Department can be reached at (305) 468-5900 or by calling 311, and in cases where a crime is in progress, the public should not hesitate to dial 911.
