Demand Justice for Dogs Allegedly Killed After Shot With Pellet Gun

Target: Cynthia Zimmer, District Attorney of Kern County, California

Goal: Prosecute those allegedly responsible for the heart-wrenching shooting of two family pets.

In a distressing event on March 26th, a family from Lamont, California, claims their neighbor’s son used a pellet gun against their dogs. According to reports, two of the three dogs did not survive this alleged assault. The family’s anguish is palpable, with security footage reportedly capturing the critical moments: gunshots, the dogs’ cries of pain, and chilling laughter following the incident.

Further details from the footage suggest these shots likely came from a neighboring fence, with laughter identified as coming from the alleged shooter. This has not just robbed a family of their beloved pets but also shattered a sense of safety in their own backyard. The loss was so sudden, family members initially thought their pets were asleep, only to discover the horrifying truth.

This petition urges immediate action to address such alleged cruelty and negligence. Kern County’s legal system must respond to this grievous act to not only deliver justice for the lost lives but also to deter future acts of violence against animals. Demand a thorough investigation and appropriate charges against the individuals allegedly involved.

PETITION LETTER:

Dear DA Cynthia Zimmer,

We are writing to you engulfed in dismay and seeking justice for an alleged heinous act that occurred on March 26th in Lamont, California. According to available reports and security footage, a young individual used a pellet gun to shoot three dogs, leading to the death of two. The video reportedly captures not only the sounds of gunfire and ensuing cries of the wounded animals but also laughter from what appears to be the alleged assailant.

This act of alleged cruelty cannot go unaddressed. The community of Lamont, and indeed all compassionate citizens, are outraged and demand that those responsible are held accountable. The evidence, as described by the bereaved family and confirmed by autopsy reports, points to a deliberate act of violence that ended the lives of two innocent pets and inflicted irreparable pain on their owners.

We urge your office to take swift and decisive action. This case must be investigated thoroughly, and if the allegations are substantiated, we demand that charges be pressed to the fullest extent of the law. This will not only serve justice but also send a clear message that such acts of violence against animals are unacceptable and will be met with serious legal consequences.

Sincerely,

[Your Name Here]

Photo credit: James Case