A woman turned herself in to police in connection to an animal cruelty investigation on-going in Waterford, police said,
On Feb. 19, police searched a home on 471 Mohegan Avenue Parkway in Quaker Hill with a warrant. Police and animal control seized seven dogs along with "additional evidence" and found another dog dead on the property.
The seven dogs were taken to local animal shelters to be cared for but it was not clear what condition they are in.
Aftin A. Perez, 28 who lives in the home, voluntarily turned herself into police after being notified of a warrant for her arrest.
Perez is accused of cruelty to animals, risk of injury to a minor, unlicensed dog, and no rabies vaccination. She was held on a $30,000 bond.
There were no further details on the crimes allegedly committed.
Anyone with information regarding illegal activity in Waterford is asked to contact the Waterford Police at (860) 442-9451.
