Animal cruelty case in Schenectady sparks search for suspect and $1K reward offer
SCHENECTADY, NY – Police are asking for help identifying a suspect at the center of an active animal cruelty investigation, and a $1,000 reward is now on the table for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.
The Schenectady Police Department, working with the New York State Humane Association (NYSHA), released the plea for public assistance on Friday, urging anyone with knowledge about the case to come forward.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1201237548780028&set=a.267037512200041&type=3Few details about the nature of the abuse have been released, but investigators say tips may be critical in identifying the person responsible.
NYSHA is offering a $1,000 reward to anyone who provides information that directly leads to an arrest and conviction. Police emphasized that all information will be handled appropriately and kept confidential if requested.
Those with information are asked to contact Schenectady Police at (518) 788-6566 or the New York State Humane Association at (845) 532-2756.
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Key Points
- Schenectady Police and NYSHA investigating active animal cruelty case
- Public asked to help identify suspect involved in abuse
- $1,000 reward offered for information leading to arrest and conviction