Officers responded to a disturbing report of animal abuse overnight. Just after 1 a.m., a witness from the Speedway on Gallia reported that a man body-slammed his dog.
Police responded to the area and caught up with the man walking his dog near the Wendy’s restaurant down the street.
Officers said the dog appeared happy and did not seem to be injured. The man told them he’d picked up the dog earlier to adjust its shirt to make it easier for the animal to walk.
They noted that the dog was properly leashed and did not appear afraid.