US EditionMan Who Dragged Dog To Death Says He Forgot Animal Was Tied To Truck
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, JUL 7 – Joseph Holland faces animal cruelty charges after dragging his dog behind a vehicle, causing fatal injuries; the dog was euthanized due to severe trauma, San Diego County Animal Services said.
- On July 2, 2025, in Spring Valley near Edgewood Drive, 58-year-old Joseph Holland dragged his red and brown Doberman behind a black Jeep Cherokee traveling about 30 mph for several minutes.
- The incident occurred after Holland tied the dog to the vehicle and said he forgot it was still attached after making a brief stop before driving off.
- Witnesses recorded a video showing the dog flipping over while being dragged and Holland laughing and ignoring bystanders' rescue attempts before speeding away.
- County Animal Services identified Holland as the suspect, confirmed his involvement, and Director Vaughn Maurice called it "a truly shocking act of cruelty" while the dog was euthanized due to severe injuries.
- Authorities apprehended Holland and confiscated the vehicle, while Animal Services is pursuing animal cruelty charges through the District Attorney’s Office in San Diego County as the investigation proceeds.
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