Anthony Serrato, 42, was arrested Monday, May 20, 2025, after allegedly shooting his neighbor’s four dogs, killing two and injuring two others, according to police. (Visalia PD)
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A 42-year-old man was arrested Monday afternoon after allegedly shooting four dogs belonging to his neighbor in Visalia, leaving two dead and two injured.
At approximately 1:31 p.m., officers with the Visalia Police Department responded to a report of a suspect actively shooting at dogs in the 1600 block of North Bridge Street.
Authorities identified the suspect as Anthony Serrato and located him without incident in the 1700 block of North Garden Street where he was arrested.
Officers discovered that four dogs had been shot. One of the animals was found in Serrato’s backyard.
Visalia Animal Control confirmed that two of the dogs had died, while the other two were injured and transported to a local veterinary clinic for emergency care.
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The VPD Violent Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation.
The case is ongoing, and authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Visalia Police Department at (559) 734-8117.
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