Shirley, NY - September 26, 2017 - Michael Milone, 60, of Shirley, NY was charged with animal neglect for leaving his 8 year old pit bull named Convict confined in a motor vehicle without ventilation or water resulting in severe heat stroke. The canine had to be humanely euthanized to prevent further suffering.
Malone is due in First District Court in Central Islip on November 28, 2017.
Chief Gross said that animal cruelty will not be tolerated in Suffolk County. If you witness any incident of animal cruelty or neglect in Suffolk County please contact the Suffolk County SPCA at (631) 382-7722. All calls will be kept confidential.
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