The Richmond Police Department has been at the center of a contentious issue involving a small dog after a video depicting possible abuse went viral on social media. The department has since transferred the investigation to Contra Costa Animal Services. The authorities had earlier checked on the dog’s welfare and, despite public outcry, did not find the incident criminally actionable. They confirmed the dog was not injured and that the basic needs such as food, water, and shelter were being met, according to the Richmond Police Department.
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