🌱 Elkville man faces felonies after disturbing dog shooting near Zeigler
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- Elkville man faces felonies after disturbing dog shooting near Zeigler
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• Franklin Co. Sheriff: Elkville man accused of shooting dog, said it 'wouldn't listen' (wpsdlocal6.com) — An Elkville resident has been jailed after authorities say he admitted to fatally shooting his dog near Zeigler, following reports from bar patrons who claimed he boasted about the act. Franklin County deputies and animal control recovered the animal, and the man now faces felony animal cruelty and weapons charges, with additional counts possible. 
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