Two dogs were found tied to the trunk of a moving car this Sunday evening, sparking outrage online and prompting an animal welfare inquiry.
A video circulating on Instagram shows a pit bull and a German shepherd secured to the trunk of a vehicle while it was in motion, igniting a wave of condemnation on social media. The incident reportedly occurred on January 4.
In the video, a bystander can be heard exclaiming, “What the hell are they doing to these dogs, these bastards? They’re dragging them out of the car, man!”
Authorities identified the driver as Dan Bujor, 68, according to reports.
Bujor reportedly told police he tied the dogs in this manner “I didn’t want them to poop in the car.”
A friend of Bujor, who lent him the car, attempted to defend his actions, characterizing it as a lapse in judgment.The friend also expressed concern that removing the dogs from bujor’s care could be detrimental to their well-being, stating it could “kill” them.
Dogs Receive Medical Care
The two dogs,aged 2 and 4 years old,are now receiving treatment at the ASPCA shelter in Manhattan. Veterinarians have diagnosed them with a perforation of the left eardrum, obesity, abrasions on their paw pads, and skin inflammation.
Both animals are now candidates for adoption.
Expanded News Report:
Dogs Found Dragged Behind Car, Driver Explains Reasoning
New York, NY – A disturbing video circulating on social media prompted an animal welfare investigation this weekend after two dogs were seen tied to the trunk of a moving vehicle. The incident, which occurred Sunday evening, january 4, has sparked widespread outrage and concern for the animals’ well-being.
The video,posted to Instagram,shows a pit bull and a German shepherd being dragged along the road while secured to the trunk of a car. A bystander’s horrified reaction is audible in the recording.
Authorities quickly identified the driver as Dan Bujor, 68. According to police reports, Bujor claimed he tied the dogs to the trunk to prevent them from defecating inside the vehicle. A friend of Bujor’s, who owns the car, attempted to justify the actions as a poor decision, and voiced fears that separating the dogs from Bujor would negatively impact their health, even suggesting it could be fatal.
The two dogs,estimated to be 2 and 4 years old,are currently under medical care at the ASPCA shelter in Manhattan
