- South Carolina, USA -
The Columbia Police Department (CPD) said that a concerned citizen saw a dog wandering the area of Corola Avenue near North Main Street with a collar embedded in his neck and called 9-1-1 for help.
Following the request for help, City of Columbia Animal Control officers responded to the area and found the dog, a Cane Corso named Banx. Animal Control then called in CPD for assistance and Banx was immediately taken to a veterinarian.
As stated in a press release by CPD, “In a 17-page report of exam findings, Banx ‘suffered unnecessary pain and suffering’.” The veterinarian further determined that Banx was “emaciated” weighing 88 pounds. Banx’s body’s condition scored 2 out of 9 on the Purina Body Condition Scale. The veterinarian reported that Banx “had a flea and hookworm infestation, anemia, worn teeth, plus, significant scarring and inflammation of the neck due to the embedded collar,” said police. Banx required surgery to remove the collar and to treat the injuries on his neck. The good news is that he is on the mend while his medical care continues.
The Columbia Police Department said that 32-years-old AIREAL TANAI AMES (pictured), is accused of failing to properly care for Banx.
AMES turned herself in to Columbia Police Department (CPD) officers on the morning of Wednesday, April 26, 2023. She is charged with Felony Ill Treatment of Animals.
AMES was released from the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center after posting a meager $1,000 bond.
Online court records show that AMES is due back in Columbia Municipal Court on May 26, 2023.
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