A Seymour man has been charged with animal cruelty after animal control officers located a severely malnourished Cane Corso last month.
Woodbridge Regional Animal Control responded to a Seymour residence on Oct. 20 following a report of “possible animal neglect/abuse,” according to the Woodbridge Police Department.
An investigation allegedly revealed that the dog was emaciated and severely malnourished, police said. Animal Control officers reported that the Cane Corso’s “spine, hips and ribs” were “protruding” and the dog was transported to Shelton VCA for life-saving medical treatment, according to police.
Michael Franzese, 50, of Seymour has been charged with animal cruelty. (Courtesy of Woodbridge Police Department)
Police said a criminal investigation was conducted with the assistance of the Seymour Police Department. On Nov. 14, Michael Franzese, 50, of Seymour was arrested by Seymour police on the strength of an active arrest warrant.
Franzese was charged with animal cruelty and was held on a $25,000 bond.
The Woodbridge Regional Animal Control Division would like to thank the Seymour Police Department
for their efforts and assistance. We are happy to report that the Cane Corso’s health is improving.