A former deputy who worked with a K9 in Rockdale County has now been indicted on charges that he was abusing his personal dogs.
In September, the sheriff’s office began an investigation into deputy Eric Tolbert’s treatment of his dogs. A search found unsanitary conditions and the improper disposal of Tolbert’s dogs, according to the sheriff’s office.
Tolbert’s K9 was in good condition and was removed and reassigned.
According to court documents, Tolbert was indicted Tuesday on three counts of aggravated cruelty to animals and two counts of cruelty to animals.
The indictment says that Tolbert “failed to provide sanitary conditions” to five dogs named Luke Cage, Lala, Storm, Aegis and an unnamed tan-colored dog.
Former K9 handler indicted on animal cruelty charges in Rockdale County
The former handler is being accused of not taking care of his personal dogs.
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