Georgia police officer put on leave after family’s pet donkey killed during search
Summary
A police officer in Georgia was put on leave after shooting and killing a family's pet baby donkey during a search on their property. The donkey's owner said officers entered without permission and the animal was shot because the officer felt threatened.Key Facts
- The incident happened early Sunday morning around 12:45 am in Rockmart, Georgia.
- Police were reportedly searching for a missing person when they encountered the donkey named HeeHaw.
- The donkey was shot after braying at the officers, who claimed they felt threatened.
- The donkey’s owner, Hannah Israel, said the donkey was raised in the house and used for petting zoos.
- The police officer involved was placed on administrative leave pending an investigation.
- The Polk County sheriff’s office said its deputies were not involved but expressed condolences to the family.
- A fundraising campaign for legal action over the killing raised more than $35,000 quickly.
- The Cedartown Police Department and city government have not yet made official public statements.
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