Four Suspects Arrested After French Bulldog Killed During North Hollywood Home Invasion
Four suspects are in custody following a violent North Hollywood burglary where a French bulldog was killed while the residents slept. Investigation ongoing.
POLICY WIRE — Los Angeles, USA — A peaceful night in North Hollywood turned into a scene of violence when burglars broke into a residence, resulting in the death of a family pet.
The incident occurred at approximately 2:50 a.m. on Friday at a home located in the 6000 block of Farmdale Avenue. While the occupants were asleep inside, intruders entered the property and encountered the family’s French bulldog, Leia.
According to police reports, the dog was fatally stomped on during the encounter. Following the attack on the animal, the suspects proceeded to a separate building on the property to remove a safe.
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that four suspects were taken into custody following two separate vehicle pursuits. Officers successfully recovered the stolen safe during the arrests.
One of the individuals apprehended was reportedly in possession of a firearm at the time of the incident. All four suspects have been booked on charges of felony burglary and animal cruelty.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the suspects or disclosed the contents of the stolen safe. While the investigation into the burglary and the killing of the dog continues, officials have not confirmed if any of the human residents sustained physical injuries during the break-in.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
