In South Windsor, Connecticut, police have launched an investigation following the discovery of an abandoned dog. Someone bound the dog — identified as a black and white Pit Bull named Kobe — to a tree within the Frank Niederwerfer Wildlife Sanctuary. The distressing event unfolded on Monday morning when local officers reached the sanctuary around 11 a.m. after receiving reports of a barking dog — according to statements from the Tyler Regional Animal Care Shelter.
Dog abandoned with collar wrapped around tree in South Windsor
Upon their arrival, law enforcement officers encountered Kobe, whose collar was securely wrapped around a tree, effectively leaving him unable to move. The shelter relayed that a passerby who had been walking their dog at the time made the shocking discovery.
Authorities were quick to act, conducting a thorough investigation in the vicinity of the scene. Despite a thorough investigation, residential surveillance systems did not cover the area where authorities found Kobe, complicating the search for clues that could lead authorities to who might have abandoned him.
Police are now appealing to the community for any leads that might shed light on the identity of the individual or individuals responsible for this act. Moreover, in a bid to find information that could lead to an arrest, Desmond’s Army — an organization committed to the rights and welfare of animals — has put forth a reward of $5,000. This significant sum is available for anyone capable of providing information that leads to the arrest and subsequent prosecution of the person or people behind Kobe’s abandonment.
The authorities, alongside animal care advocates, are urging anyone with information to step forward and assist in the investigation — per NBC Connecticut. Interested parties with potential leads or information can reach out to Community Service Officer Kaley Curtis at the South Windsor Police by calling 860-648-6239.
