Cops: Dog shot, tied to railroad tracks in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. -- Police are asking for help identifying whoever was responsible for shooting a dog and tying it to railroad tracks, reports CBS affiliate WTSP.
On Wednesday afernoon, police responded to three calls, saying that gunshots were heard in the Sulphur Springs area. They found a female dog that had been shot twice in the neck and once above the right shoulder - tied to the tracks with a belt, according to the station.
Police say they stopped an oncoming train and freed the 1-to-2-year old mixed breed. The female dog was taken to a vet, where she is reportedly in stable condition. However, she will need her right front leg amputated within the next few days, according to WTSP.
The vet told the station that the dog -- either named Cabela or R&R -- is sweet and good-tempered.
Anyone with information on what happened is asked to notify police at (813) 231-6130. To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS.