The man accused of stabbing a dog 24 times was indicted on three counts of aggravated cruelty to animals. the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office said Thursday.
Philemon Delouise, 27, of Alpharetta, allegedly attacked the 2-year-old pit bull terrier mix, Roxy, while keeping the dog for a friend, according to investigators.
On Feb. 28, Delouise allegedly held the dog down and stabbed it at least 20 times. the DA’s Office said. Roxy was then put outside and left to die, investigators said.
Nine hours later, Roxy’s owner found the dog and took it to an emergency animal clinic.
Police were called to both the clinic and the crime scene, Delouise’s home, where he was arrested. He was booked into the Fulton County jail, where he was being held Thursday on $15,000 bond, booking records showed.
Roxy survived the attack and had emergency surgery to remove the tip of the knife from her jaw. The dog continues to receive ongoing medical care and is expected to make a full recovery. But the veterinary bills were higher than $8,000, Alpharetta police said. Anyone wishing to donate to the costs of Roxy's treatment can do online at http://lifelineanimal.org/lifeline-in-the-news/212-roxy-needs-your-help.
A trial date is pending, the DA said.
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