El Paso Man Arrested for Cruelty After Dog Found Malnourished

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An El Paso man, Manuel Salazar Jr., has been charged with animal cruelty following the discovery of a severely malnourished pit bull on Memorial Day. Deputies from the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, responding to a call on Estancia de Misiones Street, found the dog in extremely poor condition, with visible ribs and difficulty moving. Salazar was arrested after an investigation and is currently held at the county detention facility with a bond set at $2,000. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about animal welfare in the community.
Key Details: • Incident occurred on Memorial Day at 13300 block of Estancia de Misiones Street. • The dog was found with visible ribs, spine, and hip bones. • Manuel Salazar Jr. was arrested and charged with animal cruelty. • Salazar is held on a $2,000 bond at the county detention facility.