Detroit, Michigan – A Detroit man has been charged following an investigation into the alleged neglect and abandonment of a dog found alive but severely emaciated in freezing conditions, according to police.
The Detroit Police Department said the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office has charged Darnell Lamar Robinson, 54, of Detroit, in connection with the case.
According to police, officers responded at approximately 11:20 a.m. Jan. 30 to a residence in the 19000 block of Eureka Street after receiving information about a dog believed to be deceased. Upon arrival, officers discovered the dog was still alive but allegedly emaciated and in need of immediate medical attention.
Detroit Animal Care and Control was called to the scene, and the dog was transported to APAWS Emergency Veterinary Hospital, where it was treated for hypothermia, dehydration, and severe emaciation, police said.
An investigation by the Detroit Police Department led to Robinson’s arrest on Feb. 2.
Prosecutors charged Robinson with Animals – Killing/Torturing, Second Degree, a felony carrying a maximum seven-year penalty, and Animals – Abandoning/Cruelty to One Animal, a 93-day misdemeanor, according to authorities.
Police emphasized that the charges are allegations and that Robinson is presumed innocent pending further court proceedings.
