BEDFORD HEIGHTS, Ohio (WJW) — A 26-year-old man is facing a felony charge of cruelty to animals after he was caught on video physically abusing his dog.
According to police and Bedford Municipal Court records, Devonta Staten appeared in court Friday and bond was set at $2,500. He is due back in front of a judge Wednesday.
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“The video is really difficult to watch,” said Bedford Heights Police Chief Michael Marotta. “No animal should ever be treated like this. Very disturbing.”
The incident happened May 7 at an apartment complex in Bedford Heights…