Police Dog Allegedly Left Untreated After Injury Due to E-Collar Deserves Justice

Target: Attorney General Anthony Brown, Maryland

Goal: Ensure Cpl. David Acosta faces the maximum legal consequences for allegedly mistreating his department-issued dog.

A case of alleged animal cruelty has emerged involving a Prince George’s County police officer, Cpl. David Acosta, who has been charged with three counts of animal cruelty, including a felony. The allegations involve the mistreatment of Daisy, a 2-year-old bloodhound assigned to Acosta. After Acosta was suspended for an unrelated disciplinary incident, police reportedly discovered that Daisy required medical care for injuries related to an e-collar. The collar’s use is reportedly not authorized for bloodhounds, raising concerns about its application.

Reportedly, Daisy was promptly taken to a veterinarian, and both Daisy and another dog, Spartacus, were removed from Acosta’s care. The department has emphasized the importance of treating canine partners with care and announced new policies for overseeing the well-being of their dogs. These measures include regular visual inspections, in-depth assessments, and kennel inspections to ensure the dogs’ health and safety.

Given the seriousness of the allegations, it is crucial to ensure that Acosta faces appropriate legal consequences if found guilty. Strong enforcement of animal welfare laws is essential to prevent future incidents and uphold the safety and dignity of working animals. Ensure maximum legal consequences for the alleged mistreatment.

PETITION LETTER:

Dear Attorney General Anthony Brown,

I am writing to express my concern regarding the recent case of alleged animal cruelty involving Cpl. David Acosta of Prince George’s County. Acosta has been charged with three counts of animal cruelty, including a felony, related to the alleged mistreatment of his department-issued dog, Daisy. The allegations are deeply troubling, as they seriously harm a working police dog entrusted to Acosta’s care.

The use of an unauthorized e-collar on Daisy reportedly resulted in injuries requiring medical attention, highlighting a suspected lapse in responsible animal care. As a community, we entrust law enforcement officers with the welfare of their canine partners, expecting them to be treated with the utmost care and respect. The breach of this trust necessitates a strong response to prevent future instances of neglect or mistreatment.

I urge you to ensure that Cpl. David Acosta faces the maximum legal consequences for the alleged cruelty. Upholding strict animal welfare laws is vital to safeguarding the well-being of all animals and maintaining public confidence in law enforcement agencies.

Sincerely,

[Your Name Here]

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3 Comments

  1. Notice the subliminal “rebranding” of what are SHOCK collars?!! “E-collars are a form of negative reinforcement, which means that they (supposedly) work by removing an undesired behavior (sure thang)…Also, the intensity and frequency of shocks can be easily misused by pet owners; too much stimulus can lead to aggression where there was none previously, or increase a dog’s fear so that they become more stressed than before.”

    Cops aren’t even properly trained in gun use, much less dog training! And since we can’t rely on any so-called ‘justice’ system, there ought to be lots of PEER PRESSURE against these types, from WITHIN their ranks, to make these subhumans willingly quit their jobs! Where are all the truly “manly” men with higher VALUES these days?

  2. POS! This dog was an officer. Maybe stop using dogs and use more useless officers. POS deserves to be dumped in a landfill hogtied!

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