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Visalia Man Arrested for Beating Dog, Confronting Officers
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By Anthony W. Haddad
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February 12, 2025

Gerardo Angel Guzman, 29, of Visalia, was arrested after allegedly beating his dog with a wooden weapon, barricading himself, and trying to assault officers on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. (GV Wire)

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A Visalia man was arrested Friday after allegedly beating his dog with a wooden weapon and confronting officers, the Visalia Police Department said in a statement.

Officers responded around 3 p.m. to a report of animal abuse near the intersection of Northeast Second Avenue and Granite Street, where they were shown video footage of Gerardo Angel Guzman, 29, striking his dog, according to police.

When officers attempted to contact Guzman, he barricaded himself inside his home and threatened them, police said.

He later exited the residence and tried to assault officers before being subdued and taken into custody.

Guzman was taken to Kaweah Health for medical clearance before being booked at the Tulare County Adult Pre-Trial Facility on multiple charges, including animal cruelty, battery on a peace officer, and resisting arrest, authorities said.

Animal Control took custody of the dog, which sustained minor injuries.

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Anthony W. Haddad,
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Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and attended Fresno State for a MBA, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.

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