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A man from the suburbs is now facing serious legal trouble after accusations surfaced that he killed his son’s emotional support animal. The incident has drawn significant attention in Hanover Park, Illinois.
Sandeep Dhillon, aged 47 and residing in Bloomingdale, appeared in court on Wednesday to answer charges of aggravated animal cruelty. The severity of the allegations led the judge to refuse any pre-trial release.
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The distressing event reportedly took place in August at Dhillon’s former residence in Hanover Park. Authorities were dispatched to the scene, where they discovered Ace, a 4-year-old dog, lifeless in the garage.
The incident allegedly happened in August at Dhillon’s previous home in Hanover Park.
Police responded to a call and found the 4-year-old dog, named Ace, dead in the garage.
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Further investigation and testing led to this week’s arrest and charges against Dhillon.
Dhillon was previously on pre-trial release in DuPage County for domestic battery, aggravated battery to a peace officer and assault charges, the DuPage County state’s attorney said.
“These allegations are simply unconscionable and will be met with the full force of the law. This is a heart-breaking case for all those involved, particularly the children,” DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin said.
Dhillon will be back in court next month.
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