Puppy receives 48 staples after dog fight; Kinston man arrested

Monday, October 23, 2017
KINSTON (WTVD) -- Two dogs are in the hospital and a Kinston man is behind bars following an alleged dogfighting ring.

On Saturday, police were called to the 400 block of Sherman Street around 11 p.m. after reports of a dogfight.
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When officers arrived, they found two dogs injured on the property and a wooden built dogfighting ring.

Officials said as they approached the residence, a crowd of people fled to a nearby wooded area.

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Hal Tyler Jr. was arrested and charged with felonious dogfighting; he was booked into the Lenoir County Detention Center under a $15,000 bond.

Hal Tyler Jr.

Credit: Lenoir County Detention Center



One of the dogs, which appears to be a puppy, was treated for injuries which included 48 staples to its face and neck. While the other was treated and turned over to the Lenoir County SPCA.
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Luckily, officials said both dogs appear to be on pace for a full recovery.



Officers also seized three more dogs from the property. They were unharmed and are being held for safe-keeping.

This incident remains under investigation; those with information should call (252) 939-3160.
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