Charges Filed in Dog Mauling Incident

July 3, 2024, Peoria, IL- Today, felony charges were filed against Robert L. Cady, 45, and Gabrelle L. Jones, 23, after their dogs attacked and injured a couple last week on Moss Avenue near Bradley University.

The charges stem from an incident last Thursday, June 27, where multiple pit bulls owned by Cady and Jones were running loose and attacked the victims who were out walking their dog. Cady and Jones had previously been ordered by the Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS) to keep the dogs confined because the dogs had been involved in other biting incidents and were deemed dangerous animals. The charges of Failure to Comply, Resulting in Serious Physical Injury, were a result of violating that PCAPS order. An arrest warrant was issued for Cady and Jones.

This investigation is ongoing. If you have information regarding this incident, please contact Peoria County Animal Protection Services at 309-672-2440.

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