“When we were cleaning her up, I actually saw a tear come down her face. I’ve never seen that before. This dog was in a lot of pain, and I think she knew it was going to be the end. I told the dog that I wouldn’t let her die.”
“I can’t go to the grocery store without being recognized, pointed at, laughed at,” Dooley whined. “Can't pay my water bill without hearing my name, saying ‘There’s the sorry cop that killed the dog.’”
According to the Weld County Sheriff’s Office, Peck has been investigated many times in several other jurisdictions, including both California and Wyoming. All of the investigations revolve around allegations of animal hoarding, neglect and abuse.
Last month, Michael Davis was charged with 27 counts of felony animal fighting. Metro police were at his home on Pewitt Road to remove 27 pit bulls and one bulldog on Thursday. The 27 felony charges have been passed up to the Davidson County grand jury for a hearing.
