Owner arrested for animal abuse after abandoned husky dies

According to the police investigation, the defendant left a Siberian husky unattended for several weeks, without food or basic care. Officers arranged for its transfer to a veterinarian, but despite several days of treatment, the dog died.

By THE STAR STAFF

The San Juan Municipal Police arrested Aurangelis Santos González, 29, of San Juan on Thursday for violations of Law 154 for the Welfare and Protection of Animals.

According to the investigation by Officer Grace Torres, the defendant left a Siberian husky unattended for several weeks, without food or basic care. The complaint was filed by the owner of the apartment where Santos González lived, who alleged that the woman abandoned the home, leaving the animal locked up.

Upon entering the apartment, the owner found the pet in a dehydrated and moribund state. Officers arranged for its transfer to a veterinarian, but despite several days of treatment, the dog died.

The case was to be reviewed with the prosecutor on duty while the arrested woman remained in a cell.

“This unfortunate incident reminds us of the importance of promptly reporting any signs of animal abuse,” Municipal Police Commissioner Juan Jackson Rodríguez said in a written statement. “The San Juan Municipal Police are vigilant and have a specialized unit that ensures the well-being of animals. We urge the public to contact us if they suspect any abuse. Your call could save a life.

To report animal abuse, citizens can call 787-480-2020 or 787-751-2233.