Small dog dies after being thrown from car, deputies search for person responsible
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- A small dog has died after being thrown from a moving car. Now, Jefferson County Sheriff's Deputies are looking for the person responsible.
The Sheriff's Office says the dog was thrown from a black Lexus sedan driving eastbound on I-76, just before Sheridan Boulevard, at 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
The dog, a miniature poodle, was taken to Foothills Animal Shelter. Despite the best efforts made by the emergency animal clinic, the dog, unfortunately, did not survive.
Anyone who witnessed the crime or has any information is asked to call Animal Control at (303)-271-5070.
