Brighton Man Charged Over Shocking Dog Abuse
Police have charged a man in Brighton after a disturbing video showed him harming a dog. The footage sparked outrage when it circulated on social media yesterday (13 November).
Luke Cobb Faces Animal Cruelty Charges
Luke Cobb, 38, from Ashurst Road, Brighton, has been charged with causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal. He has been released on bail and is due to appear at Brighton Magistrates Court on 21 December.
Police Urge Public to Avoid Speculation
Detective Sergeant Mark Turner said: “We responded proactively as soon as we were made aware of this incident, which we are taking very seriously. I would like to thank the public for their ongoing support and expertise in this investigation. We ask the public to refrain from speculating on social media as this could undermine the ongoing proceedings.”
