LYNN, MASS. (WHDH) - Police have launched an investigation after a dog was found suffering from a gunshot in Lynn on Friday night, authorities said.
Officers responding to a report of a gunshot in the area of Forest Hill Avenue around 9:45 p.m. spoke to the owner of a golden retriever named Teddy who said their pet had been shot in the leg, according to the Lynn Police Department.
The owner told 7NEWS Teddy got off his leash during a walk and ran after an animal. He said he heard a gunshot, then found his dog down the road on the ground bleeding.
Police are urging the person who discharged the weapon to come forward and it’s not clear if charges will be filed because investigators say they are not sure why the gun was fired.
Teddy has since had his leg amputated due to the severity of the gunshot wound and he is due back in two weeks to get his stitches removed.
A GoFundMe has been set up to help the owner cover the cost of the necessary medical care.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Lynn police.
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