Postie fed dogs meatballs laced with nails: police
A mail carrier has been suspended and charged with animal cruelty in the US after it’s alleged she fed at least one dog meatballs laced with nails.
US Postal Service officials confirmed and investigation, alongside Madison Count Sheriff’s Office, into the actions of Susanna Burhans, 47, on her postal route.
Postal Service spokeswoman said Burhans targeted a dog in a residential neighbourhood in New Hope, Alabama.
The Inspector General opened an investigation last month following reports contaminated food had been thrown at a dog.
WHNT reported the dog’s owner, Ed Glover, found one of the nail-filled meatballs near the mailbox of his home and when he took his dog Missy to the vet X-rays showed nails in its stomach.
It's not known what condition the dog is in.
Burhans was arrested on Thursday and released on bail, according to AL.com.
She has been placed on non-duty status with the USPS.
