The letter appeared to be legitimate to Patricia Russell, but the threats made in the unstamped letter left in her mailbox were fake.
Judy Ladebauche of Metro Animal Services said, “We need to get this stopped. No one has the right to do this. This is harassment.”
Russell’s dogs are treated very well according to Metro Animal Control officer Billy Biggs who visited the home.
Biggs said, “I don’t see anything wrong with your setup.”
[Fake Letter Threatens, Worries Dog Owner - WKRN - 11-29-07]
LEARN MORE: Animal Control notices are often placed on your door or arrive as metered mail.
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