04/26/2021
Tunica, Mississippi
Tate County
Reward for Info
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UPDATE: REWARD FOR INFORMATION THAT LEADS TO AN ARREST IN THIS CASE HAS BEEN INCREASED TO $2500.00
It Will Be a Long and Painful Journey Back for Buddyđ
I have struggled with this post all day. I don't even know how or where to begin. For those of us that would lay down our lives for an animal in need, this story is beyond devastating. It is beyond belief that someone could be so cruel and heartless to an innocent dog.
Yesterday, Buddy was happy and carefree, like most dogs that live in the country. He loved everyone he met in his neck of the woods. His tail wagged constantly. I have been told by several people he was the sweetest dog, never a threat to anyone.
And then the unthinkable happened. Someone or several sick individuals, set Buddy on fire. He returned to his home with an extension cord wrapped around his neck. And his face was burnt and charred.
The Tate County Sheriff's Department has an active investigation ongoing on this case. They are trying to determine exactly what happened to cause the horrible injuries to this sweet dog. It is my prayer that they do not stop until they get some answers and there is Justice for all Buddy has been forced to endure.
The Tunica Humane Society was asked to take responsibility for Buddy's medical care moving forward. Detective Sanders knows beyond any doubt, we will do everything possible to save this dog. He didn't deserve this cruel act of violence. No animal deserves to be tortured.
Sadly, Buddy's prognosis isn't good right now. If this dog can recover, he will have a long, long road ahead. His face is so swollen from the burns, his eyes are not visible at the moment. Dr. Lisa says he will likely have to undergo surgery, if his eyes can be saved at all. He is likely to have damage to his nasal cavity that could require another surgery. All of the burnt flesh on his face will be peeling off in the days to come. And his body can become consumed with infection from all of the trauma. Hopefully, Buddy can bounce back from all of this but not without all of our prayers.
If you would like to help with Buddy's medical care, a small donation would be greatly appreciated by the Tunica Humane Society. We are going to do everything we can to save this precious dog. Regardless of the cost.
Currently, there is a $1000.00 REWARD for information leading to an arrest in this case. Contact Detective Lisa Sanders with the Tate County Sheriff's Department at 662-562-4434 if you have any information that would be helpful at this time.