The Izard County Sheriff’s Office has forwarded all reports regarding concerns about dogs at a home on Sheffield Drive in Melbourne to the prosecuting attorney’s office for further review.
Sheriff Charley Melton announced the development Monday in a statement posted on the department’s Facebook page. According to Melton, deputies and investigators have responded to the residence on multiple occasions after receiving calls and concerns regarding the condition of the animals.
“During these responses, the welfare of the dogs was checked, and reports were completed documenting the incidents,” Melton said.
The sheriff added that the investigation remains ongoing and noted his office received additional information about the situation on Monday.
Further details surrounding the nature of the reports or the condition of the animals were not disclosed. The decision now rests with the prosecuting attorney’s office to determine any potential actions based on the findings of the investigation.