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(July 9, 2008)—The McLennan County Grand Jury returned an indictment charging animal cruelty Wednesday against FBI agent Lovett Leslie Ledger, Jr., 39, of Lorena in the shooting death of a 3- to 4-pound Chihuahua in February.

Ledger surrendered to McLennan County authorities after an arrest warrant was issued in March and was charged in the shooting death of a Central Texas family’s pet dog on Feb. 29.

According to the arrest warrant affidavit, Ledger told a witness that he shot the gun with a pump bb/pellet gun and said he, “must have pumped the gun up too much.”

The dog was walking on Estes Road in front of its home when it was shot once.

It ran into the yard of one of Ledger’s neighbors, where it died.

Sources told News 10 Ledger is a sniper and a member of an FBI SWAT team.

FBI Special Agent Eric Vases issued a brief statement Wednesday afternoon that said, “The FBI is fully cooperating with the on-going judicial process involving Agent Ledger. The FBI internal revue regarding agent ledger's actions is also on-going. No decision has reached about his duty status."
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Posted by: Dog Lover Location: Waco on Jul 13, 2008 at 02:24 PM
It was a good thing probably to shut down & erase those comments as neither the Ford place or drunk teenager from West were getting good press. Guuess some folks think actions do have consequences, and that applies in this dog shooting case too. The FBI sniper guy here, now, sure he ought to get something for what he did, not right just to walk out and kill something like that..in a neighborhood with lots of children no less...very irresponsible..but does the guy deserve two years behind bars? Esp wwhen owners of vicious dogs, usually pitbulls, that kill people have nothing at all happen to them? Makes no sense.
Posted by: CT Location: centex on Jul 13, 2008 at 07:15 AM
Dog Lover in Waco: I think you are probably right about the story of the teenager. Too many comments of names that were not the subject of the story at hand. You know, like you said, I guess money talks. But this guy is the whole subject of this story. For all you brilliant posters that say the dog shouldn't have been in his yard.. could you please point out where it says the dog was in his yard? Where does it say that he said the chihuahua was attacking him or his kids? Anonymous in Austin, was the woman killed in her yard by a 3-4 lb chihuahua? I don't think so. Shame on you! Oh, and animal control only charges $20 if they pick up a dog in my area.
Posted by: Dog Lover Location: Waco on Jul 12, 2008 at 01:15 PM
What gets me is that this DADDY shot this little dog--another living creature-- whether intending to kill it or not--RIGHT IN FRONT OF HIS LITTLE CHILD! nOW THAT FOLKS IS DESPICABLE. Better watch what you say. Guess the bad press for that Ford place was too much and their lawyer said shut er down..cant even find the comments now....Freedom of the press? I guess not. Money does talk. The drunk teenager gets two years for intoxication manslaughter where someone --a human being --dies --and this guy may get two years for killing a dog? Is that justice?
Posted by: The Patriot Location: Texas on Jul 12, 2008 at 11:01 AM
LN, you're right. He could walk free, go to jail or plea bargain. But the arrest record will always be there. However, there's a common sense way to control any size dog from coming in your yard and doing his business. It's called a canine deterrent spray that you can get at any feed store and most pet shops. Spray your property borders and I guarantee you it works and a "sure fire" way of keeping you out of the trouble this agent has gotten himself into. And to Tamara... Yeah, I own a chihuahua AND a border collie AND golden retriever... so what's your point? I know guns, own guns and an adamant hunter of all game during it's season. BUT, my neighbor's pets is NOT part of my "game". Try hog hunting sometime ...it's fast, fun and alot more exciting than shooting dogs in the road.
Posted by: Jessica on Jul 11, 2008 at 09:24 PM
I am an avid animal lover and human lover. There are a lot of ignorant, self-righteous people commenting on here making complete fools of themselves. You are only making it more evident why our country is constantly full of hate and irrational reactions. As for this story, it is not the dog's fault he was off leash, it is the owner's responsibility to secure their animals. Just because the owner did not comply to the laws does not mean this man had the right to shoot him. This is quite simple to grasp if you would push your emotions aside and realized a crime was committed and that dog's life is protected by our law's. These are defenseless animals against us. And most that do attack are because of fear that we created and put onto them. I hope some of you read this and reflect on how infantile and uneducated you sound.
Posted by: CenTex Rsident Location: Tx on Jul 11, 2008 at 05:21 PM
I'm sorry, I know I am going to offend many people on here, but I have to say this. I am a dog owner and I love my dogs, I just do not put dogs over poeple. I have pictured the scene in my mind many times and I just have to chuckle. FBI sniper shoots Chihuahua with BB gun. This has got to be Larry the Cable Guy material. I apoligize to those I offended.
Posted by: What the Heck on Jul 11, 2008 at 03:58 PM
Man kills dog that should have been in it's own yard, girl kills cousin while drinking and driving......They possibly get the same sentence???? WHAT HAS THIS WORLD COME TO??? You can go to the pound and get another dog, you can bring back he human life that was taken.....
Posted by: Tamara Location: Waco on Jul 11, 2008 at 03:14 PM
If I gotten PTSD it is from you people who are tripping behind a DOG! My kids are fine, very well taken care of and spoiled. You have to have money to spoil them so obviously I have a little brain matter left to take care of them. Have a great weekend I am taking a nice weekend trip with my kids (the ones who are in danger). We can continue this Monday if you like?
Posted by: Anonymous on Jul 11, 2008 at 01:09 PM
Tamara, go to the nearest VA and get some help for your PTSD. Stop shaming your army reserve unit. Seriously, you need some mental help. What you've posted about killing any animals points to deep seeded mental issues. I fear for your kids.
Posted by: Mac Location: TX on Jul 11, 2008 at 10:35 AM
Dog owner should be fined for not keeping their dog secured and this would not have happened. As for the agent, he should have to pay the price for his actions. Two wrongs don't make a right. Dog owners with care free attitude need an attitude adjustment of some kind and hot headed people who take law into their own hands need it as well. One thing is for sure, you can't undo death.
Posted by: Me Location: Waco on Jul 11, 2008 at 10:02 AM
People who are having a fit over this need to get a life...seriously! It was a dog, get over it.
Posted by: anonymous Location: texas on Jul 11, 2008 at 09:39 AM
it was a dog and a bb gun. yeah it is poor judgement. but isn't this a little severe????
Posted by: Tamara Location: Waco on Jul 11, 2008 at 08:48 AM
By the way I don't think this topic would have gotten these many responses if the dog were any other breed than a dang Chihuahua. Most of the responses would have probably been something like, “good” or “he was protecting his kids”, maybe even, “ blame the dog owners.” Now had we been talking about him shooting a human I would have been all for the fact he needs to be punished, but I told you there is no changing my mind about any type of animals (and no I did not have a bad experience with an animal in my childhood) my opinion will stay the same no matter who gets upset!
Posted by: AKA Location: TEXAS on Jul 11, 2008 at 08:26 AM
Here we go again with the DUMB article! The same thing happen in my small town to a friends dog! GUESS WHAT! No big deal. YEAH there are hard feelings, but no waste of money on a STUPID trial! That is just what happens when your dog roams the street! There are more important things to be worried about in your town!
Posted by: Tamara Location: Waco on Jul 11, 2008 at 08:18 AM
Good morning! I know what the story is about but people on here seem to care more about a DOG. Well if that makes me evil for not caring about a DOG then I will be that. Hypocrite I think not, I already said I would shoot the dog, so how does that make me a hypocrite? Don't worry the Army trained me well so I will definitely hit the target, and not my kids or any other bystander. FYI- I do not have my dogs anymore they were for my kids (but THEY got tired of cleaning up after them) and when I did have them they were still just DOGS, not apart of the family portrait! I can't wait till hunting season begins! Yall have a great day.
Posted by: anonymous Location: Austin on Jul 11, 2008 at 07:56 AM
It the FBI agent was in fact breaking the law, wasn't the owner's of the dog also? And may I add to Sarah in Killeen. Did you hear about the lady who was killed by the neighbor's dogs in her own front yard and got off free? Too big a deal about a dog. I also think some of these people are all neighbors and listening to too much gossip about the agent. Shame on you. Pray for him but my goodness, it was a dog.
Posted by: Honest Abe Location: Bellmead on Jul 11, 2008 at 02:39 AM
"Posted by: JOE JOHN on Jul 10, 2008 at 01:59 PM I belive one of his brothers is an animal Vet in the killeen area, and his other brother is a foot doctor" ...and? I think it is below low to try and drag his family into this. They don't live anywhere near him, and have nothing to do with the decision he made(for whatever reason). To try and pull them into this seems like you are trying to harm them far beyond what they deserve. Bad bull.
Posted by: LN Location: Robinson on Jul 11, 2008 at 01:08 AM
Ya'll people need to back up a little. An indictment by a grand jury only means there is enough evidence to go to trial. It is in no way, shape or form a conviction. Ledger could very posibly go to trial and walk out a free man when ALL of the evidence, that is both sides, has been heard.
Posted by: doglover on Jul 11, 2008 at 12:52 AM
this guy should be put in a strait jacket with his feet bout while 50 small dogs biting at his ankles. that would be great.
Posted by: Patrick Location: Woodway on Jul 10, 2008 at 10:47 PM
It seems Tamara has missed the whole point here. Listen up Tam and I’ll talk slowly. It’s not about a dog, it's about a law enforcement officer breaking the law and doing so in front of his own child as well as neighbor children. Now what does that say to these young impressionable witnesses? That it's okay to disregard the law as long as you are an FBI agent? This whole thing sheds a bad light on the FBI. I wonder if Mr.FBI feels like”Rambo the Chihuaha sniper”?
Posted by: Stacie Location: Waco on Jul 10, 2008 at 10:45 PM
Tamara, when you start shooting little dogs that come into your yard, please make sure your kids are inside your home and your neighbors are not in your line of fire. You may accidentally shoot them while you're on a rampage to kill a lost and helpless dog. We wouldn't want to see you all over the news for accidentally killing a human. Then, we'd be posting comments on your news story.
Posted by: sara Location: killeen on Jul 10, 2008 at 10:13 PM
it sounds like the man thought he was too high and mighty to tell a little girl that he was sorry for killing her puppy. i guess it's true what they say that what goes around comes around. how can his kids be scared of a puppy that tucks it's tail and runs? alot of you are just making up excuses for being cruel. wouldn't the grand jury have taken that into consideration if his kids were scared of the so called vicious puppy?
Posted by: dmg Location: waco on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:58 PM
Wat ever the dog did in his yard did not give him the right to shoot and kill it. He needs to pay for his stupid choice of action. I just can't see ANY reason that anyone should have to shoot and kill a tiny dog like a chihuahua, c'mom folks, I know they can be high strung dogs because I used to have one, but not such a threat that the dog needed to be shot. This FBI agent had a bad case of abusing his power as a lawman, and he should not be treated any different in being prosecuted. And for all you dog-hating morons out there who said "its just a dog", hope no one hurts someone you love. All of us dog lovers think of our pets as members of the family. Punish the man, make an example of him!
Posted by: The Patriot Location: Texas on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:15 PM
Tamara, a grand jury says he broke the law. It sounds pathetic that it was a PUPPY. You or me nor anyone else doesn't knows exactly why he did this. That's for a jury to decide. Do I think he should go to prison? NO I DON'T. But he should be held accountable in some way. Like William says, this isn't the wild west, we do have laws for ALL to obey. If it was one of your dogs, can you "really" sit here and tell me you wouldn't be upset? Do you not love your dogs? Do you not feel they are a part of your family? Seriously, are you really that cold & heartless Tamara?? Yes, let's all get our guns out and start shooting every puppy, dog, kitten, cat, squirrel, rabbit, bird, any animal we see. Yes, lets abolish all animals off the earth. WOW, where has common sense gone to??!!
Posted by: Linz Location: Temple on Jul 10, 2008 at 07:59 PM
Well Tamara, you are just plain EVIL. But I bet that if someone shot one of you beloved pitbulls, you'd be crying a different tune, wouldn't you? Great parenting skills there Tamara~~shooting little dogs in front of your kids. Mindless Hypocrite!
Posted by: get real Location: here on Jul 10, 2008 at 07:14 PM
And that is why we will see Tamara in the news someday! I say, let him go, fine him some, then tell him to go to Tamara's house and shoot her pits along with ALL pits he sees. Now that would serve the community very well! Her brain is fried by listining to thugster rapping Plies. Go figure why she has idiot comments!
Posted by: Anonymous on Jul 10, 2008 at 07:08 PM
IT WAS A DOG. ALL dogs can be mean and bit. His kids were Scared of the dog. What would you do if it was your kids? The owners should have taken better care of the dog. T
Posted by: Tamara Location: Waco on Jul 10, 2008 at 05:01 PM
You people can't be this serious over a DOG. Had we been talking about him shooting a HUMAN, then my views would be different. We are talking about a dog; there is no changing my mind on this one- Linz! If that makes me heartless behind a dog then so be it, it's a DOG! All dogs go to heaven!
Posted by: Jake Location: Temple on Jul 10, 2008 at 04:41 PM
I salute this guy. I've had trouble with my neighbor's dog and would do the same if it weren't for the ridiculous laws this once free nation has passed. If people aren't going to take care of their animals and keep them in their own yards they deserve to lose them by any means.
Posted by: William Location: Copperas Cove on Jul 10, 2008 at 03:37 PM
He needs to be punish. He is a law enforcement agent and took an oath to uphold the law. If this dog was loose and roaming the streets, he should have contacted the owner or reported to the local law enforcement. This is not the wild west.
Posted by: My 2 cents Location: centex on Jul 10, 2008 at 02:58 PM
I have a 2 lb 5 yr old Chihuahua, have had since it was a pup. He only yaps likes he's big and bad when he's in the house. But when he's outside and the neighbor kids (or anybody) wants to try and pet him, he tucks his tail and runs. Chi s are very wary of others outside their surroundings. That's why they prefer to run away. They are hardly an attack dog or a threat! I think most little dogs are cute and the ugliest dogs are pitbulls. They have that awful look in their face that says, I want to kill you and that low growl that says I AM going to kill you!
Posted by: Linz Location: Temple on Jul 10, 2008 at 01:59 PM
To Tamara, are you saying that if a little dog came in your yard with collar and tags, wagging it's tail because it was lost and found someone ~~~YOU WOULD SHOOT IT? I quote you ~~~" I would shot ANY dog that came in my yard around my kids." Holy Moly! What kind of a heartless person are you?
Posted by: JOE JOHN on Jul 10, 2008 at 01:59 PM
I belive one of his brothers is an animal Vet in the killeen area, and his other brother is a foot doctor
Posted by: Rick Location: Waco on Jul 10, 2008 at 01:38 PM
We kept being told to just wait, the real truth will come out. Well, we've waited 4 months just to read that the grand jury has indicted him. Soooo, was there much more to this story than just a pesky little dog and claims of it terrorizing kids? I agree with Get Real in Killeen, what has this story got to do with the other over there? How many of you were praising the grand jury who got Mr. Horn of the hook in Houston? All situations are different...all sentences are different. And this man hasn't even been sentenced yet!! To Tamara in Waco, the dogs you NEED to shoot are your pitbulls in your yard/home that are around your kids!
Posted by: A neighbor Location: Lorena on Jul 10, 2008 at 01:18 PM
The dog in questions step on my drive way once and I went to greet it and it tucked its tail and ran. The dog was a puppy, not a full grown Chihuahua. How threating can it be. I hope Mr. Ledger goes to jail and meet a man named Bubba who has a Chihuahua waiting at home for him. lol
Posted by: The Patriot Location: Texas on Jul 10, 2008 at 12:56 PM
Tamara, I misread your comment. You did say you would shoot ANY dog that came in your yard! WOW!! I hope your pits never get (accidently) loose because they could get shot by a neighbor if YOU have the (mean neighbor) attitude. I live in an area where dogs occasionlly get out and come onto my property. Do I shoot them? NO! I know my neighbors and call them or take the dogs back and put them in their fence. Of course, non of the dogs are PITS!!
Posted by: The Patriot Location: Texas on Jul 10, 2008 at 12:04 PM
Let me back up .... A Poster named ( L ) said he was selling the Ledger house to a bunch of child molesting muslims. Many "thought" it was Ledger posting although he denied it......
Posted by: Get real Location: Killeen on Jul 10, 2008 at 11:30 AM
People don't get the sentences they deserve ALL THE TIME. What does it have to do with this man who killed a little helpless dog? Nothing. Just because someone got an easy sentence dosen't mean this guy should slide right? SO lets lessen all sentences because this guy got a good one and it may be more then that stupid little girl or a repeat sex offender. That dosen't make sense folks. Go to the other story and complain more if you think it was not fair.
Posted by: WacoWarrior on Jul 10, 2008 at 11:27 AM
All I have to say is that you can't fix stupidity...I'm sure he has done this before...
Posted by: The Patriot Location: Texas on Jul 10, 2008 at 11:18 AM
There's a BIG difference between a 3 lb Chihuahua and an 80 lb killing machine. Where was the evidence that the dog was always in his yard pooping? Apparently there was no such proof presented to the grand jury. He threatened on here last time to sell his house to a bunch of child molesting terrorist muslims. The man seems to have some serious issues! I'm with James and Dude ...this is NOT acceptable. Last time, his neighbors posted that they felt afraid of him. This kind of attitude resulting in his actions, is why the FBI has an on-going internal revue of him. I have to laugh at some of you who must have no idea the size of Chihuahua poop! LOL TY to Tamara for not shooting my dog! :o)
Posted by: Bob Location: Kempner on Jul 10, 2008 at 10:55 AM
He should be treated like the FBI treats all civilians. We are all terrorists in their eyes.
Posted by: concerned Location: waco on Jul 10, 2008 at 10:50 AM
I was told he had shot several other dogs in years past and he acted as above the law! I also agree with me in Belton .. There needs to be remorse. Even for a Chihuahua! I really dislike those dogs!
Posted by: Me Location: Belton on Jul 10, 2008 at 10:28 AM
He should have done as suggested on this forum when it happened. Go to the neighbors, sincerely apologize and buy the little girl a new puppy. I would have accepted this gesture. As a law officer, he should know how to Diffuse The Situation. The charges could have been dropped. But apparently Ledger still has no remorse and a still "whatever" attitude which is what the Grand Jury is obvisously seeing and why he was indicted.
Posted by: From 'round here Location: Gatesville on Jul 10, 2008 at 10:21 AM
LOL..some people are quite funny with their comments. I think that some people do wish to see some emotion from him...but I guarantee you that if I got so tired of a dog that I felt compelled to shoot it with a pellet gun, I seriously doubt i'd feel too much remorse. Also, I agree with those who would be ticked if he got more than 2 years...that would just further the theory that a dog's life is more valuable than a human's (I'm bringing in the vehicular manslaughter story).
Posted by: JOann Location: Waco on Jul 10, 2008 at 10:09 AM
I use to work in the same building as the FBI. Ledger was known around the whole place as being a real jerk. He was rude to everyone there and thought anyone not an agent should bow to his feet. I say what goes around comes around. I hope he gets all the heck he deserves.
Posted by: Tamara Location: Waco on Jul 10, 2008 at 10:05 AM
This is exactly why I saved this message I wrote earlier, read the last portion that I didn't post I was waiting for someone to say something about the death penalty! I knew I should have kept it there. I would shot ANY dog that came in my yard around my kids. *** If he just happens to go to prison it better not be for more than two years! I’m with you Ryan West. Drunk girl kills cousin, people say let her go. Man kills ugly little yapping, never shut up Chihuahua and you want this man to get the "death penalty". (For those who think I mean death penalty for real, I was using a metaphor)
Posted by: William Location: Copperas Cove on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:51 AM
Ledger is a sniper and a member of an FBI SWAT team. This man is a train KILLER, he knew what he was doing. It's probably not the first time he has done this kind of act.
Posted by: CJ Location: Hewitt on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:39 AM
I agree with several of you here. If Agent Ledger gets anything more than 2 years for what he did, we have a serious problem. Driving Drunk and killing someone is definitely more serious than shooting a dog. The problem with Agent Ledger is that he hasn't shown any emotion for killing the little dog and people want to see/hear that. Ledger's attitude is like "whatever"
Posted by: CenTex Resident Location: TX on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:21 AM
Maybe this was not the first time the dog had gotton out AND maybe the dog had a habit of pooping in his yard.
Posted by: UKNOW Location: HERE on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:21 AM
PROOF - ANYONE AT ANY TIME @ ANYWHERE @ ANY RACE @ ANY AGE CAN BE A FOOL. CAN YOU SAY GOODBYE TO YOUR CAREER - BET HE CAN. BY THE WAY - DON'T EVEN TRY TO PULL AN ATTITUDE - YOU DID IT - GET OVER IT YOURSELF!
Posted by: The Patriot Location: Texas on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:20 AM
The man knew the law, he broke it, now he's going to face the consequences for lack of common sense and self control. You don't just sit in your front yard and shoot your neighbor's little dogs that have accidently gotten out and walking in the streets. We're not talking about a vicious pitbull here attacking. What kind of neighbors are you people?? Tamara girl!! Are you saying you would shoot my yapping ugly Chihuahua???? Geezz, no one said he should get the death penalty!!
Posted by: LN Location: Robinson on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Rick: Do you know this dog was not or has not been crapping in his yard? Do you know if this dog has not been terrorizing the kids on the block? These "little dogs" are some of the most vicious little dogs around. They are very territorial and will defend what they think is "theirs" at every opportunity. My point was why wasn't the dog where he was supposed to be? I think he probably did the neighborhood a favor. If it had been a pit bull or rotweiller he'd be patted on the back and told what a good citizen he is.
Posted by: Judge Roy Bean Location: Tejas on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:06 AM
I heard it was a Pit Chihuahua.
Posted by: Jim on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:03 AM
I have the same type of problem, people opening thier doors and letting thier dogs go anywhere they want (normally my yard) or crossing the street to let their llittle dogs harrass my chained or fenced big dogs, the have no leash and then think I do something wrong telling them to get their dogs out of my yard before I turn 1 of mine loose...people have no common sense, I get tired of cleaning up after someone else's pet because they are just to lazy to clean thier own yards
Posted by: Tamara Location: Waco on Jul 10, 2008 at 09:00 AM
If he just happens to go to prison it better not be for more than two years! I’m with you Ryan West. Drunk girl kills cousin, people say let her go. Man kills ugly little yapping, never shut up Chihuahua and you want this man to get the "death penalty"!
Posted by: dude Location: texas on Jul 10, 2008 at 08:52 AM
if i had shot a mail box with a bb gun, the FBI would arrest me for it. now he knows how people feel when they getarrested for doing something they feel is minor.
Posted by: anonymous Location: tx on Jul 10, 2008 at 08:49 AM
The chihuahua didn't kill or injury anyone. It squeezed through a fence and was walking down the road. This was a little girl's pet. Agent Ledger knew this. Why do you think he's been charged? What did the little chihuahua do to deserve death? Did it pee on his mailbox so he killed it? Last time, he appeared to be threatening his neighbors on this forum. I think he has a hot tempered attitude. Is that a good thing to have when your trained to pull the tigger, on command, no questions asked and end a human life? Why couldn't he just walk across the street and tell his neighbors that their dog was out??
Posted by: James Location: Waco on Jul 10, 2008 at 08:48 AM
No one should abuse his power and responsibility - not to people, not to animals. His lack of concern about someone's pet (whether the owner was irresponsible or not) is no excuse. He didn't turn the hose on it, he shot it with a pellet gun. He's an FBI agent, an adult in a position of power, and one who is supposed to know about the capabilities of fire arms. If he has no regard for weak creatures, how probable is it, he has a better regard for people? Probably just the ones he deems 'worthy.' Not acceptable.
Posted by: Ryan wEST on Jul 10, 2008 at 07:50 AM
Man shoots dog BAD. GIRL DRINKS AND DRIVES AND KILLS SOMEONE. NOT TO BAD. SHE SAYS SHE IS SORRY. HOW STUPID. LET HIM GO ITS A DOG. FRY BIGGER FISH.
Posted by: A Location: Temple on Jul 10, 2008 at 07:24 AM
Mary in Cove, that's the max IF convicted. Lacy's max was 20 yrs. Yes, Lacy got off light for sure! She should have to serve more years!! BUT, Ledger intentionally killed a little family pet on the street that posed NO threat to him. A trained FBI Sniper, who said "he must have pumped the gun too much time" ?? Something is wrong with that! Animal Cruelty Laws exist for a reason.
Posted by: dude Location: texas on Jul 10, 2008 at 07:20 AM
are there any (good) lawmen left in texas?
Posted by: anonymous Location: Austin on Jul 10, 2008 at 07:16 AM
I'm sorry but a man gets indicted for a dog and the owner of a dog that kills or severely injures a human being walks? I am now wondering where our world is going. The posts on this one seem to be from those who have been in trouble with the law before. He may have just been fed up with the owner's negligence of the dog crapping in his yard or something. He may have overracted but people the other dogs are killing HUMNAS
Posted by: Johnny Location: Troy on Jul 9, 2008 at 11:37 PM
What the agent did was pretty stupid, but this punishment would not fit the crime at all. Our laws are insane. Is the punishment for shooting a dog really worth ruining the lives of a whole family?
Posted by: Mac Location: TX on Jul 9, 2008 at 10:58 PM
This is a good example of taking the law into your own hands. There are ways of handling these type of problems. Our society now days, have no tolerance for stupidity.
Posted by: floyd Location: kempner on Jul 9, 2008 at 10:25 PM
This is about the dumbest thing I have ever heard and I can't believe what I have heard. On the same newscast I'm told of a young lady in West being sentenced to two years for killing her cousin then I'm told Ledger may receive two years for killing a dumb dog that was more than likely a nusiance and was probably "doing it's job" in Ledgers yard and it's evident the owners were negligent in keeping their dog on their property. I have owned Chihuahua's and know their nature and don't blame Ledger one bit for shooting the dog. The law inforcement of Lorena needs to get a life.
Posted by: Mary Location: Cove on Jul 9, 2008 at 10:16 PM
I'll tell you what amazes me. According to the story on the evening news, Ledger may face up to two years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine for shooting a DOG! Compare to Lacey getting two years and and a $2,500 fine for killing a PERSON by driving drunk!!! What is going on here?!
Posted by: dmg Location: waco on Jul 9, 2008 at 09:38 PM
Man got what he deserved.
Posted by: Another Patriot Location: Central Texas on Jul 9, 2008 at 09:35 PM
This man is a prime example of the Feds... they do not feel that the laws of the land apply to them... I hope he gets sent to prison!
Posted by: anonymous Location: ct on Jul 9, 2008 at 08:08 PM
As far as I'm concerned, he could have shot all the pitbulls he wanted, but a 3-4 lb chihuahua walking down the road was just easy target practice for a trigger happy sniper! Shame on him!
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Killeen on Jul 9, 2008 at 07:42 PM
The dog was right in front of it's home. This guy is a stupid jerk and deserves to loose everything. What kind of loser sits outside and shoots innocent little animals with bb guns?. I will tell you, someone who has a tendency towards argessive and angry behavior.
Posted by: The Patriot Location: Texas on Jul 9, 2008 at 07:31 PM
For those of you who were not around back then, here's the story when it first was reported. There's 158 comments, one which is mine and my position on this has not changed. ---- http://www.kwtx.com/home/headlines/16386086.html
Posted by: Rick Location: Waco on Jul 9, 2008 at 06:41 PM
LN, the dog wasn't crapping in his yard, just walking down the street. Yes, an OVERKILL! The point before was that he's a SNIPER (who knows weapons) and he meant to kill this little dog, who posed no threat, AND apparently in front of his young son. A grand jury must have saw the same thing ... that's why he's been indicted. Duh!!
Posted by: ed Location: hewitt on Jul 9, 2008 at 05:13 PM
I wish he would take care of the dogs in my neighborhood.
Posted by: Stan Location: Temple on Jul 9, 2008 at 05:05 PM
Times sure have changed when a guy can lose his job for shooting a dog running loose in the country! Sad.
Posted by: Loves Chi s Location: CenTex on Jul 9, 2008 at 04:14 PM
I wondered what ever happened in this case. It was a real HOT topic when first reported. I also wonder why it has taken so long for the grand jury to charge him. I guess he and his lawyer were fighting the animal cruelty charge.. but to no avail. GOOD!
Posted by: Jeff Location: Lampasas on Jul 9, 2008 at 03:23 PM
What a jerk..
Posted by: Wallace Location: Waco on Jul 9, 2008 at 03:23 PM
He probably only meant to keep the dog away from his property...but this was overkill, don't you think?!?
Posted by: Mac Location: TX on Jul 9, 2008 at 03:19 PM
I know I would like to pop a few stray dogs my self. Fences help but, the dogs do spread trash all over the place. I keep my trash secure but, most people on my block are not as smart as the dogs.
Posted by: LN Location: Robinson on Jul 9, 2008 at 02:50 PM
If the owners had kept it in its own yard or leashed, following the law, it wouldn't have been crapping in his yard to begin with.
Posted by: Dee Location: Belton on Jul 9, 2008 at 02:39 PM
I guess all that 'yapping' got on his nerves.
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