City Seeks Public's Help in Death of Dog Pierced by Arrow

City public service workers made a gruesome discovery Wednesday afternoon, when they found a decomposed dog with an arrow through its body in a storm drain.

The dog was described as about the size of a terrier, but because of the decomposition the breed and gender could not be determined. The arrow, described by police as a “sporting arrow,” had struck the animal in the midsection.

The workers had been in the middle of a routine cleanup of city storm drains when they reached the 900 block of Alameda Boulevard at 1:55 p.m. and found the animal.

They called in police, who began investigating the incident as a case of animal cruelty. An identifying chip could not be found in the animal's remains.

“We’re trying to find anyone who might know a little more about what happened,” said police Cmdr. Jesus Ochoa. “We also are looking for the owner of the dog.” 

Anyone missing a small dog in recent weeks or who may have any information about the incident is asked to call Investigator Jason Hurley at (619) 522-7350.

Those found guilty of violating the state's animal cruelty law may face up to $20,000 in fines and a year in jail.  For tips that lead to an arrest, there are rewards available of up to a $1,000, with the option of remaining anonymous. 

If you have information on the case, please call San Diego County Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.