Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Division has intensified efforts against owners who dump pets. Reports of abandoned dogs and cats have spiked. Deputies now work alongside the Humane Society of Monroe County to probe incidents and file charges against offenders.
Officials made the announcement on November 18, 2025. They cited a sharp rise in complaints about animals left behind. Investigators are examining one incident that happened November 16. Someone ditched pets near Roberts Road and Reaume Road in Berlin Township.
“Abandoning a defenseless animal is not just irresponsible; it is a felony offense in the State of Michigan,” Sheriff Troy Goodnough said, according to CBS Detroit. “We are committing all necessary resources to track down those responsible for these heartless acts. Our community has a zero-tolerance policy for animal cruelty, and we will pursue prosecution to the fullest extent of the law.”…