SOUTHINGTON, Conn. (WTIC Radio)_ A dog abandoned inside a paper shopping bag shows signs of severe neglect.
Southington Police Department: Animal Control went to Empress Drive and West Center Street on the report of a young male beagle-mix puppy abandoned inside a paper shopping bag on the side of the road.
The puppy was lethargic and showed general signs of severe neglect.
Police transported the puppy to a local veterinarian for care.
A criminal case for animal cruelty has been initiated.
Anyone with information on this puppy is asked to contact Detective James Armack at (860) 378-1649 or jamack@southingtonpolice.org.