May 31, 2009 7:10 pm US/Eastern
Burned Pit Bull Put Down
BALTIMORE (WJZ) ―
The two-year-old pit bull who was set on fire last Wednesday has died a local animal shelter is offering a $3,000 reward for information which helps lead to the arrest of the dog's abuser.
Officials Main Line Animal Rescue the Pennsylvania animal shelter where the dog was being treated confirm that the dog was euthanized.
Veterinarians had said that the dog's injuries were very severe.
In a statement on their website officials at The Baltimore Animal Rescue Center said the following:
"Sadly, the beloved Pit Bull originally brought to BARCS and nicknamed Phoenix passed away this morning.
Unfortunately, her kidneys could not handle the healing process and began to shut down.
Due to kidney failure, and the long road still ahead for recovery, the Veterinarians caring for her decided it would be best to euthanize her.
She touched the hearts of everyone that came in contact with her and anyone who heard her story. We would like to thank everyone who came together to try to save this amazing and courageous dog.
We can only hope now that someone will come forward so that there can be a conviction on this case. BARCS has a reward set up called the "Phoenix Reward" where we are collecting money for anyone who can identify the young men responsible for this cruel act of violence. The reward at this time is at $3,000. This money will be rewarded to the person who comes forward with information about this case that leads to an arrest and conviction."
Authorities say the animal was intentionally set on fire in southwest Baltimore last Wednesday.
The dog was rescued by a Baltimore City police officer.
Officer Syreeta Teel said she saw the dog on fire, and used her sweater to put out the fire.
The dog was then transported to the Baltimore shelter for treatment, before being transferred to Baltimore for more extensive care.
Police still don't have any suspects in what animal workers say is the worst case of animal cruelty they've seen in some time.
(© MMX, CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved.)
Winter Storm Hits Maryland, Part 3
Click to enlarge
Stumble It!
Comments