New London, Conn./WTIC Radio - In New London, police are looking for the person spotted on surveillance video tossing a dog over a six-foot high fence at the city's animal shelter on Center Street.
The incident occurred in the early morning hours of Monday.
Just before 2:00 a.m., officers say the person left the canine unattended before fleeing the area.
Animal control officials were able to coax the dog out from its hiding place when they arrived later in the morning and it is now safe, under evaluation and being cared for.
Police say the way the dog was left at the shelter could constitute animal cruelty.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact New London Animal Control.
The number is 860-447-5231.
