Teenagers Surrender In Connection To Vicious Dog Attack Of Family Cat 'Buddy' In Frankford, PSPCA Says

Philadelphia PA

27 March, 2022

2:08 PM

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CBS Philadelphia March 27, 2022 The Pennsylvania SPCA says two juveniles have come forward in connection to the vicious dog attack of a family cat in Philadelphia's Frankford section. The suspects came in to the Pennsylvania SPCA with a parent to address the charges. A 17-year-old was taken into custody on Friday afternoon, while a 12-year-old surrendered on Saturday. They are pending a custodial determination hearing. The juveniles are facing multiple charges including felony animal fighting, felony aggravated animal cruelty and a conspiracy charge. While they're facing felonies, these are not crimes that warrant being charged as an adult. CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.