HENDERSON (KTNV) — Henderson police are investigating after a small dog died after being dumped in a trash can in an Inspirada neighborhood near Via Firenze and Via Da Vinci.
WATCH | Tricia Kean reports the latest on a dog dying after being abandoned in trash
Police became aware of the incident through a social media post in an Inspirada neighborhood group. The dog was reportedly left in a black plastic garbage bag inside the trash can, knotted shut and found near the 2300 block of Spalato Court at around 6:30 p.m.
Residents who found the dog transported it to a local animal hospital for care. The dog is believed to be a 10 to 12-year-old brown Maltese or Poodle mix. Sadly, the dog died while at the animal hospital.
I spoke with Henderson City Councilwoman Monica Larson, who told me she immediately notified the code enforcement director once she learned what happened.
I also spoke with Henderson Police Chief Rader, who was on scene. Henderson Police are investigating this as a possible animal cruelty case.
Chief Rader and the Henderson Police Department are asking the public for any information or tips in this case is urged to contact the Henderson Police Department at (702) 267-5000. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (702) 385-5555 or online at crimestoppersofnv.com.
Police say the homeowners who found the dog are cooperating with the investigation and are thankful they brought the dog in for medical attention.
Reba's Law, which passed in the last legislative session, means those convicted of animal cruelty now face harsher penalties in Nevada.
We are working to get additional information on the case. This is a developing story.
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