A 28-year-old Sheffield man has been arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty.
The suspect was arrested by police on Monday, January 13, after officers received reports of alleged animal cruelty and threats to commit damage in the Westfield area of the city.
A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police said: “At 1.10pm on Thursday (January 9) we received reports of alleged animal cruelty and threats to commit damage in the Westfield area of Sheffield.
“Officers immediately launched an investigation, and have now arrested a 28-year-old man on suspicion of animal cruelty and shoplifting. He remains in police custody at this time.”
Anyone wishing to report a crime should call South Yorkshire Police on 101.
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