Ossining Man Accused Of Beating, Kicking Puppy

OSSINING, NY — An Ossining resident is accused of punching and kicking a puppy. Adam Jeffers of 16 Croton Ave. was arrested after witness reports were made stating that the puppy, who is now named Ocho, had been held down and badly punched in the head as well as kicked by Jeffers, according to the SPCA of Westchester.

The arrest was led by Ernest Lungaro, the Director of the SPCA of Westchester’s Humane Law Enforcement Unit and made with the assistance of the Ossining Police Department.

Video obtained by SPCA officials confirmed the reports which resulted in Jeffers' arrest, SPCA officials said.

Ocho was examined by the SPCA of Westchester’s veterinary team. He was found to be suffering from swelling on his head and abrasions to his cheek which were consistent with forceful trauma to the head region.

Old wounds were also found during the vets' exam.

He is now recovering at the SPCA where he’ll be placed up for adoption, officials said.

“We are very grateful that the community spoke up and reported this horrible and senseless act of abuse,” said Executive Director Shannon Laukhuf. "These poor animals can not speak for themselves and need our protection. Ocho will receive the veterinary care and love he needs and deserves now that he’s safe at the SPCA.”

Images/ SPCA of Westchester

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