Arrest Made In Dog Left Tied Off I-75 During Milton Evacuation
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| Credit: Florida Highway Patrol |
RUSKIN, Florida - A Florida man was arrested in connection with a dog that was left tied on the side of the road off I-75 during the evacuation for Hurricane Milton.
“On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, a dog, now known as Trooper, was found abandoned in flood waters up to his chest on Interstate-75 in Tampa while many residents were evacuating before Hurricane Milton," Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Executive Director Dave Kerner posted on X.
"Based upon a subsequent criminal investigation, State Troopers secured and executed a felony arrest warrant yesterday on Giovanny Aldama Garcia, 23, of Ruskin, Florida, for aggravated animal cruelty. Our agency is grateful for the unprecedented support of State Attorney Suzy Lopez and her prosecutors, particularly during a state of emergency. The criminal investigation is active and ongoing and additional information is unavailable at this time.”
Thank you, @FHPTampa.It is cruel for anyone to leave a dog tied to a post in the middle of an oncoming storm. FL will hold anyone who mistreats pets accountable. https://t.co/19axr8CLf0— Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) October 9, 2024
