Florida Pet Groomer Arrested After Video Shows Him Kicking Dog
A Florida pet groomer has been arrested after a disturbing video of him violently kicking a small dog went viral, sparking widespread outrage. The Miami-Dade Police Department took Richel Yumar-Gonzalez into custody, charging him with one count of animal cruelty.
The shocking footage, captured by a doorbell camera, shows a small white dog named Coco trying to run down a hallway as Yumar-Gonzalez delivers a forceful kick. The video continues to show him pursuing the terrified dog and delivering another brutal kick, causing the dog to yelp in pain. The video ends with the frightened dog reluctantly following Yumar-Gonzalez back down the hallway.
The video’s circulation led to Yumar-Gonzalez’s immediate termination from his job as a mobile pet groomer and eventually to his arrest. According to police, Yumar-Gonzalez admitted to the act, claiming the dog had become aggressive and bitten him. He also reportedly mentioned dealing with personal issues and was unable to explain why he reacted so violently.
Despite the attack, police stated that Coco did not suffer major injuries, though the dog was kicked once in the head and once in the body.