The Myrtle Beach Police Department recently responded to a call regarding a 15-week-old puppy being kicked into a hotel pool.
Bystanders witnessed a 23-year-old man named Dillon Lark repeatedly kicking his own puppy in an intoxicated state, while his equally intoxicated girlfriend, 20-year-old Kelsey White, watched on.
Dillon’s final kick landed the tiny pup into the pool, and she didn’t know how to swim.
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A hotel employee saw the act of animal cruelty and quickly called the cops, while the people by the pool saved the terrified pup from drowning.
The pup didn’t seem to be in immediate distress, but she was later found to have a cracked rib.
The pup, now named Sarah, is currently recovering in Grand Strand Humane Society.
Police identified the couple with the hotel’s help, but by then the couple had escaped.
Police are currently looking for Dillon on charges related to public intoxication and animal cruelty.
Dillon’s brother claims that the “cracked rib” is from a separate accident and not caused by Dillon’s kicking.
The cops have nevertheless established that there are clear signs of abuse. Spread the word and help the police nab this cruel owner.
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Update: The cops have recently arrested Dillon and Kelsey. Kelsey is facing charges for public intoxication only. Meanwhile, Dillon has admitted to kicking the puppy with his foot. We hope he gets an appropriate punishment for his ruthless crime and Sarah finds a home soon.
Check out the video below to watch a report on Sarah’s abuse and the status of her investigation.
