Dog found dead in trash; owner denies wrongdoing

A dog was found dead in a garbage can in Detroit, prompting scrutiny of its owner. Animal control had previously visited the home in May 2024, finding two emaciated dogs and removing one. Despite improvements noted in follow-up visits, concerns persisted. The dog's owner, confronted by reporters, claimed the dog ran away and froze before being placed in the trash. She denied harming the animals and stated that all her dogs had escaped. The owner expressed frustration over accusations of mistreatment. Detroit Animal Care and Control had received multiple tips about the dogs' conditions. After initial inspections showed improvements, no further visits were deemed necessary until the recent incident, which is now under investigation.