Crime & Safety

Emaciated, Dead Dog Left Outside Animal Rescue League In Dedham

Police are seeking the public's help in finding whoever dumped a pit bull-type dog at the ARL in October.

DEDHAM, MA — Police are investigating the death of an emaciated dog that was left outside the Animal Rescue League in Dedham.

The male, pit bull-type dog was found by an ARL on Oct. 25. A necropsy determined the dog was severely malnourished.

Surveillance footage from Oct. 23 showed an SUV-type vehicle with two people inside entering the ARL property and dumping the dog on the walkway. Police believe the vehicle is a Nissan Rogue.

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After months of investigation, police and the ARL are asking the public for tips. A press conference is scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday.

Anyone with information is asked to contact ARL Law Enforcement at 617-470-4266 x110 or email cruelty@arlboston.org, or Dedham Police Detective Kevin Mahoney at 781-751-9301 or email kmahoney@police.dedham-ma.gov.

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