Dumfries, Virginia – Prince William County Police Department responded to a call on Saturday, Jan. 13, at around 8:30 a.m. regarding a dog found with an injury consistent with being struck by a projectile in the 1500 block of Cherry Hill Road in Dumfries.
A resident discovered the injured American Bully, between 1 and 3 years old, and alerted the police, prompting an investigation into the incident. The dog, with a red/tan and white color, was taken to an emergency veterinarian for treatment and evaluation of its injuries. The department reported that the dog received medical care on Saturday night and is currently resting comfortably.
PWC Animal Services is seeking assistance from the public in identifying the dog and gathering information about the events leading up to it being found with the injury. Anyone with information has been urged to contact Prince William County Police on their tip line by calling (703) 792-7000.
The incident highlights the importance of community involvement in addressing animal welfare and cruelty issues. Providing information to law enforcement and animal services can greatly help in ensuring the well-being of animals and holding accountable those responsible for causing harm.
In summary, the Prince William County Police Department is investigating an incident where a dog was found with an injury consistent with being struck by a projectile in Dumfries, Virginia. The public is urged to come forward with any information that may help identify the dog and shed light on the events leading up to the incident.