Eastpointe, Michigan – A 19-year-old woman is facing a charge of third-degree animal torture for allegedly kicking her mother’s dog in the head, causing the dog to lose an eye. According to sources, Dezhiar Blair is facing the maximum allowable charge for the cruel act which permanently disfigured her mother’s 5-lb dog.
On February 27, the Eastpointe Police Animal Control Division said, “Today, a significant step was taken toward justice for the innocent animal harmed in our city. Dezhiar Blair was arraigned before Judge Crouchman on charges of Third-Degree Animal Torture after she allegedly kicked her mother’s dog in the head, causing the dog to lose an eye.
Judge Crouchman has set a bond of $50,000 cash/surety only. She was also ordered to have no contact with or possession of any animals.”
Thanking the prosecutor’s office for taking the cruelty case seriously:
We extend our sincere gratitude to the Macomb County Prosecutor ‘s Office for their swift and decisive action in this case. This reflects our shared commitment to holding individuals accountable for acts of cruelty.
In a release, Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said:
“Allegations that this defendant kicked a defenseless dog in the head with such force that the animal lost an eye are deeply disturbing and will be treated with the utmost seriousness.”
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