Actions

Woman arrested in connection to injuring and abandoning puppy in Cañon City

Earlier this year, the Cañon City Police asked for help finding the owner of a lost dog who was injured and found near a local business.

The Cañon City Police Department arrested a woman they say injured and abandoned a puppy

By: James Gavato

Posted

and last updated

CAÑON CITY, Colo. (KOAA) — A woman has been arrested for allegedly injuring and abandoning a puppy, according to the Cañon City Police Department.

Police say they were asking for the public's help in finding the puppy's owner on April 28. The pup was found abandoned and injured near a local business.

According to police, the puppy has recovered and is happy and healthy.

While investigating, the puppy's owner was determined to be 44-year-old Christin Lewis-Benedetti. A warrant was issued and Lewis-Benedetti was arrested on Monday.

According to police, Lewis-Benedetti posted a $1,000 bond and has been released.

___

Ranch faces tough choices after Aspen Acres Fire scorches most of property

The fallout continues from the Aspen Acres Fire as hundreds return to their homes and ranches. One man stayed on his property through it all, safely protecting his cattle.

Ranch faces tough choices after Aspen Acres Fire scorches most of property

News Tips

What should KOAA5 cover? Is there a story, topic, or issue we should revisit? Have a story you believe should make the light of day? Let our newsroom know with the contact form below.

First Name

Last Name

Phone number

Subject

Body

Security Check

____

Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with our free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. Just search KOAA News5, download and start watching.

Report a typo

Actions

Woman arrested in connection to injuring and abandoning puppy in Cañon City

Ranch faces tough choices after Aspen Acres Fire scorches most of property

We Want To Hear From You | Tap To Connect