The dog thrown from a moving vehicle during a police pursuit in Los Angeles will not be returned to its owner at the moment. Instead, it will be staying with the Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA for the time being. Daniel Pena, the animal control supervisor at the humane society, has confirmed that the dog will remain in their care while an investigation into the incident unfolds.
Key Takeaway
The dog thrown from a vehicle during a police chase in Los Angeles will remain in the care of the Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA while an investigation is carried out. The suspect, Robin Luna, is expected to face animal cruelty charges in addition to the initial felony evading charges.
Details of the Incident
The distressing event occurred when the dog was thrown out of a vehicle window during a high-speed chase with law enforcement. The suspect, identified as 47-year-old Robin Luna, initiated the chase following a reported vandalism. Initially facing felony evading charges, Luna is now expected to also be charged with animal cruelty.
Protective Custody
As a result of the ongoing investigation and the severity of the incident, the dog will remain in protective custody with the Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA until further notice. Despite the traumatic experience, the dog survived and seems to have avoided life-threatening injuries, though the emotional impact on the animal is evident.
