"Gareth Cox, 45, was filmed whipping his pet dog, Cyrus, repeatedly with a metal lead, an act which constitutes a breach of the Animal Welfare Act 2006."
"Witness Colin Aylward expressed frustration that police did not respond promptly after he reported the incident, highlighting concerns that further delays could lead to serious consequences if the dog became aggressive."
"Cox was additionally guilty of breaching the Dangerous Dogs Act by allowing his fighting dog, Cyrus, to be in a public area without appropriate restraints, further endangering community safety."
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