PETA urging followers to speak out at Salisbury City Council meeting Salisbury Police provided this picture of Zuul recently, saying he is in good hands, happy and healthy, and taking some time off. (Source: Salisbury Police) By David Whisenant | March 16, 2021 at 6:44 AM EDT - Updated March 16 at 7:43 AM
SALISBURY, N.C. (WBTV) - Supporters of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is urging people to speak out at Tuesdayâs meeting of the Salisbury City Council. The group says it wants answers regarding the incident involving a Salisbury police officer and his police K-9.
âIn 2021, a police department that covers up for one of its own instead of charging him with a violation of state law for inflicting physical abuse on a trusting dog who serves this community should not operate a K-9 unit,â says PETA President Ingrid Newkirk. âThe community deserves action and answers, including regarding why some elected officials have apparently known a