Dog Found Shot, Chained To Fence In Woodlawn: Police

WOODLAWN, VA — A dog that was shot was found chained to a fence in Woodlawn Friday, according to Fairfax County Police.

Police had initially responded to a call from a resident who heard a dog barking and a gunshot, but a police search did not find suspicious activity. Then around 3:35 a.m. Friday, Animal Protection Police responded to a report of a dog chained to a fence at Bedford Terrace and Beekman Place. When officers found the dog had been shot, they removed him from the chain and took him to a veterinarian.

The dog, believed to be an adult Staffordshire terrier, remains in the care of the veterinarian.

Police are seeking the dog's owner, as well as surveillance footage from residents in the area. Anyone with information can contact Animal Protection Police Officers at fcpdanimalprotection@fairfaxcounty.gov or submit a tip through Crime Solvers.