Reward offered for info on shooting of German Shepherd

The New York State Humane Association is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for fatally shooting and disposing of a dog in the Town of Gallatin.

The New York State Police is investigating the death of a German Shepherd canine found deceased on February 2, 2020, on Silvernails Road in the Town of Gallatin.

The approximately two-year-old Shepherd was found near the shoulder of Silvernails Road by a local resident who reported it to the dog warden. The dog warden contacted state police after noticing a bullet wound on the animal.

According to officials, the canine’s owners live approximately six miles south of the location on Stissing Road, and the dog was known to run from the residence.

If anyone has information regarding this incident, contact Investigator Melilli of the New York State Police at (845) 677-7379. Refer to case# 9410146.

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