San Antonio

Man Arrested for Pouring Acid on Pit Bull

A man has been arrested after police say he poured acid on a 5-year-old pit bull in southeast San Antonio.

Audra Houghton with Animal Care Services said 45-year-old Ignacio Sanchez Alvarez was arrested Tuesday. Houghton said the pit bull named Rosie was found with chemical burns on 100 percent of her face at the end of July.

According to the agency, Rosie's right ear was dissolved by the acid and her left ear was partially consumed. Officials said she may be permanently blind. Rosie is scheduled for surgery to help her regain her sight.

Houghton said the suspect faces a felony charge of cruelty to a non-livestock animal and could face a misdemeanor for animal cruelty of failing to render adequate care.

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