Capture Person Who Viciously Killed and Skinned Dog

Target: James Fry, Chief of Moscow Police Department

Goal: Keep investigation of dog’s violent death and skinning open.

An unknown assailant carried out a deadly attack on four University of Idaho college students. The shocking crime sent shockwaves through the Moscow community. It also led to fears that a horrific incident of animal cruelty only weeks prior could have been linked.

Within miles of where the murders took place, Buddy—a mini Australian shepherd—was discovered with his neck slashed. The fatal tragedy did not end with the dog’s death, however. Buddy had also been filleted and skinned across nearly his entire body. According to the heartbroken pet parent of Buddy, the 12-year-old canine had been killed in a manner consistent with a human hunter.

Authorities eventually ruled out a link between Buddy’s brutal assault and the slayings of the students, who were also killed via a knife. But this case of unimaginable cruelty cannot and should not be forgotten. Sign the petition below to urge authorities to remain vigilant in pursuing this clear and present danger as well.

PETITION LETTER:

Dear Chief Fry,

The murders of four students are rightfully at the center of current investigative efforts, but please do not let another incident of horrific violence—the killing and skinning of pet dog Buddy—slip through the cracks. While the public does not know how you determined the two incidents were unrelated, your conclusions should be believed. Yet the unknown animal cruelty attacker still poses a dangerous threat.

You are likely aware that some of the most sadistic killers see the torture and murder of animals as a stepping-stone. These disturbed individuals must be stopped before they escalate and before they take more innocent lives, animal or human. Prevent another menace from roaming the streets by keeping Buddy’s case as a top investigative priority.

Sincerely,

[Your Name Here]

Photo Credit: Luca Finardi