After several weeks of investigation, yesterday Boulder Police arrested Caitlin Lesko (DOB 11/11/1989) in the 1000 block of Adams Circle on a warrant issued for Cruelty to Animals-Aggravated and Cruelty to Animals-Neglect/Mistreat.

On October 29, 2013, police were dispatched to the South Boulder Animal Hospital, 4660 Table Mesa Drive, on the report from staff that a dog suffering from possible animal cruelty was brought into their facility for treatment.

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Officers found a 3-month-old French bulldog with both of its hind legs broken and third degree burn’s covering 50% of his stomach.  Lesko claimed the dogs legs were injured before she purchased it and admitted she burned the puppy by placing it too close to a heater to keep it warm. While she initially sought treatment for the broken legs, Lesko said she could not afford veterinary care for the burns and refused treatment.  She surrendered the puppy to police on November 2, 2013.

The case number is 13-14513.

Anyone with information about this case may contact Animal Control Supervisor Janee´ Boswell at 303-441-4385. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.

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