Man Apprehended After Social Media Video Shows Alleged Animal Cruelty In Escambia County

A 49-year-old Pensacola man was arrested Thursday evening after a video surfaced on social media of him allegedly injuring a dog.

Many viewers asked WEAR News to bring the man in the video to justice. The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Charles David Thornton II.

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According to the sheriff’s office, Animal Control referred the case back to them after doing further investigation.

Following the case exchange, Thornton will now face a charge of “cruelty to an animal.”

Thornton is in the Escambia County Jail without bond.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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