Crime & Safety

Dog’s Apparent Malnourished Condition Leads To Cruelty Charge In Wethersfield: PD

Police launched an investigation after receiving a complaint last July.

Trinity Silva
Trinity Silva (Courtesy Wethersfield Police Department)

WETHERSFIELD, CT — After a dog showed signs of malnourishment, a local resident has been arrested, according to police.

Trinity Silva, 23, of Wethersfield, was charged on a warrant on Oct. 27 with cruelty to animals, police announced Wednesday.

Police received a complaint on July 20, 2026, and the department’s Animal Control Division conducted an investigation.

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Police said the original concern about potential animal cruelty was deemed to be legitimate, as the dog was brought to a veterinary hospital on July 28.

The veterinarian documented concerns about the dog’s weight loss, cachexia (caused by illness or malnourishment), muscle wasting, dehydration, and fur coat quality, according to police.

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The dog’s condition had deteriorated since its last visit to the vet, on Feb. 11, 2026, according to police.

Silva appeared in Superior Court in New Britain and is next due to appear on Jan. 20.

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