Vultures Loom to Prey on Injured Doodle-Mix “Bentley”

2:15 AM EST |February 20, 2024|Wise News Network|, , ,

By: WNN Staff Reports – Wise News Network

Updated: Feb. 20, 2024, 2:19 p.m.

GASTONIA, NC (WNN) – After receiving a report of alleged animal neglect, Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement (GCACE) rescued a black doodle dog. The dog’s name is Bentley and he was found with severe matting and a wound on his neck.ย 

GCACE opened an animal cruelty investigation on Saturday, February 17, 2024. Officials went to a residence on Boulder Court, to investigate Bentley based on reports to animal control.

A press release from the Gaston County Police Department reported the discovery of vultures in the area around the dog. Although GCACE did not observe the vultures during its inspection, the report raised concerns.

“On Sunday, February 18, 2024, Bentley was taken to a full-service veterinary clinic for treatment.” stated the press release.ย 

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Bentley before his rescue. Image retrieved from Facebook user Daniell Bowman Setzer.
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Bentley outside his residence. The doodle-mix is surrounded by vultures. Image retrieved from Facebook user Daniell Bowman Setzer.

Bentley is in custody of GCACE as evidence in the on going investigation. He is staying with an approved foster family that understands his medical needs. 

*Content warning for the image below. Depictions of a wound.*

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Content Warning for the following image. Up close image of Bentley’s wound.

GCACE thanks the community members who helped report and support Bentley during this time. 

“GCACE shares in the community’s concern for Bentley and would like to thank those who are partnering with us to assist in this matter.” stated the press release.

The press release stated that GCACE is committed to working with all pet owners to ensure their animals are properly cared for.

Following close cooperation between the Gaston County District Attorney’s Office, GCACE and the Gaston County Police Department’s FAST Team, an arrest has been made in this case. ร‚ 

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The mugshot for Carl Lee Poston. He was arrested with two charges of misdemeanor animal cruelty. Image retrieved from Gaston County Sherrif’s office.

Carl Lee Poston, 23, is charged with two counts of misdemeanor animal abuse.

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