Target: John P. McDonald, Somerset County Prosecutor, New Jersey
Goal: Secure the harshest lawful sentence and a lifelong ban on animal ownership for the individual accused of viciously assaulting a husky.
A passerby reportedly found a three-year-old husky wandering near parked cars after escaping a vehicle. The dog’s guardian soon returned—and, according to witnesses, unleashed a torrent of violence. Bystanders state that the man repeatedly kicked and struck the terrified animal in full public view, then dragged him back to the car while continuing the beating.
The cruelty apparently escalated when the dog was forced inside the vehicle. Police reports allege that the guardian picked up a saw and struck the husky with the metal blade before driving off. When officers attempted a traffic stop, the suspect purportedly fled for several miles, even colliding with a police cruiser, before being apprehended days later. The dog is now in shelter care, undergoing medical evaluation for injuries.
Such brutality cannot be dismissed as a momentary lapse. It signals a profound danger both to animals and to the community at large. Sign below to demand a strong prosecutorial response—lengthy incarceration, mandatory counseling, and a permanent prohibition on pet ownership—to send a clear message that calculated cruelty toward companion animals will never be tolerated.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Prosecutor McDonald,
Police and witness statements describe a deeply disturbing incident in which a husky was kicked, punched, and ultimately struck with the blade of a saw by his caretaker. The assault reportedly continued even as the dog was dragged back to a car, after which the suspect fled from officers and crashed into a patrol vehicle.
These allegations portray not an isolated outburst but a calculated, prolonged attack on a defenseless animal—an act that warrants the most serious attention under New Jersey law. Research consistently links this level of seemingly intentional violence toward animals with a heightened risk of future harm to humans. Swift, decisive prosecution is therefore essential for public safety as well as justice for the injured husky.
We respectfully urge your office to pursue every applicable felony and misdemeanor count, to advocate for meaningful prison time, mandatory psychological counseling, restitution for veterinary care, and a lifetime ban on owning or possessing animals. Setting this precedent will protect other animals and reinforce the principle that cruelty has real consequences.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Richard Probst – Shot in a Frame
