The Paris Police Department is investigating a cruelty to animals complaint they received on Monday, August 12.
“The animal was transferred to an emergency veterinarian and sadly passed away,” said Chief Hundley.
The department said no details, in this case, can be discussed as it is an open investigation.
“Please understand that The Paris Police Department considers any animal cruelty case seriously and will complete the investigation and present the case to the Lamar County Attorney’s Office for prosecution.”
The department stated they have received many phone calls regarding this case with requests for prosecution and they are certainly doing that.
“Thank you for your concerns and please be assured we will handle this case as judiciously and in as timely a manner as is possible.”
