Witness Tip Leads to Kennewick Arrest, Nine Kittens Now in Shelter Care
A man was arrested for animal cruelty, after someone saw him mistreating a kitten in Kennewick.
The Witness Called Authorities for Help
At about 11 am, Thursday, Animal Control officers responded to the 500 block of North Fruitland Street, after the alert witness reported seeing the man stuff a kitten into a wool sock and tied it closed with a string.
Upon arrival, Animal Control Officer Jackson observed 26-year old Destin Delgado aggressively handling another kitten. Animal Control Officer Marchbanks also tried to intervene, and Delgado became aggressive toward them.
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As Kennewick Police officers detained Delgado, a search warrant was obtained for his van. Inside the vehicle, officers found the kitten stuffed in the sock, along with eight additional kittens.
The Suspect Faces Charges for Mistreatment of Animals
Destin Delgado was arrested and booked into the Benton County Jail. He's charged with Animal Cruelty in the Second Degree.
Thanks to the quick actions of the alert witness, the Animal Control officers, and responding Kennewick Police officers, all nine kittens are safe and receiving proper care by a veterinarian.
The kittens are currently in the care of Tri-Cities Animal Services.
As a pet lover, I am so glad all nine kittens are ok. They now have a brighter future.
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