Crime & Safety
Dead Dog Found In Trash Bag In New London, Police Say
An investigation is underway after the dog's body was found over the weekend.
NEW LONDON, CT — Police are investigating after a dead dog was found in a trash bag in New London.
Animal Control responded to a call for service reporting the dead dog found in the area of Gallows Lane and Willow Street on Saturday at 1:55 p.m.
The trash bag containing the dog's body was found and reported by a motorist. The dog was male, compact, toy-sized, and tan and black.
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The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information can contact New London Animal Control at 860-447-5231 or anonymous information can be submitted via the New London Tips 411 system by texting NLPDTip plus the information to Tip411 (847411).
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The news comes as several dogs have been found dead across the state in recent weeks. In response, animal advocates and lawmakers are pushing for stronger laws to combat animal cruelty.
Related: Animal Cruelty Cases Are Skyrocketing, Here’s How CT Lawmakers Plan To Help Stop That
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