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Dog Strangulation Debrief (Episode 220)

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Title: Unraveling the Case of Jake: A Tragic Encounter

Date: September 11, 2020

Location: 2035 South Josephine Street # 213 Denver, CO 80210

Officer: D. Ettinger #306, Denver Animal Protection (DAP)

  1. Introduction

    • Officer Ettinger arrives at 2035 South Josephine Street #213, Denver, CO 80210.
    • Attempts to contact Benjamin Hatfield regarding a dead dog identified as "Jake."

    • Investigation at Alternate Address

      • Truepeoplesearch.com leads to 5438 South Foresthill Street, Littleton, CO 80120.
      • Meets with Susan Gallagher, Mr. Hatfield's aunt.
      • Mr. Hatfield found at the residence, appears nervous.

      • Mr. Hatfield's Account

        • Mr. Hatfield describes an incident with Jake defecating on his bed on September 10, 2020.
        • Admits to disciplining Jake by muzzling tightly with a leash and leashing him to a bike hook.
        • Claims to have found Jake deceased upon waking up on September 11, 2020.

        • Search Warrant

          • Officer contacts Denver Police Department (DPD) for assistance.
          • Detective C. Hegwer assigned to the case.
          • Search warrant obtained at approximately 1730 hours.

          • Execution of Warrant

            • Officers J. Humphreys and D. Sechrist assist in executing the warrant.
            • Entry made into 2035 South Josephine Street #213 at approximately 1815 hours.

            • Scene Investigation

              • Traces of blood and fibers found near a bicycle rack consistent with Mr. Hatfield's account.
              • Saliva and fur of Jake found on the bicycle.
              • Examination of living room, dining area, kitchen, and bedroom for evidence.

              • Findings

                • No evidence of feces on the bed sheets or in the dining room.
                • White quilt in the bedroom shows small amounts of blood and possible urine stains.
                • Hoover spot remover and debris consistent with Mr. Hatfield's account found in the bedroom.

                • Bathroom Examination

                  • Fur from Jake and pieces of the leash found in the bathtub.
                  • Small piece of feces near the drain.

                  • Conclusion

                    • Dr. Gary Mason from Colorado State University concludes Jake died from suffocation.
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