TRINITY LA MERE SILVA facing animal cruelty charge after dog found severely underweight, dehydrated, and suffering from muscle wasting

- Connecticut, USA -

The Wethersfield Police Department announced the arrest of 23-year-old TRINITY LA MERE SILVA (pictured).

According to a police press release, on July 20, 2026, officers were dispatched to a residence at 92 Reed Drive following an animal cruelty complaint involving a dog.

Police said the preliminary investigation revealed that the concerns about animal cruelty were “legitimate.” Eight days later, the dog was brought to a veterinary hospital for an examination.

A veterinarian expressed concern about the dog's condition, noting weight loss, cachexia (a condition involving severe weight and muscle loss), muscle wasting, and dehydration. Additionally, the veterinarian observed that the dog's coat quality had deteriorated compared to the dog's previous visit on February 11, 2026.

Following a subsequent and extensive investigation, the Wethersfield Police Department's Animal Control Division identified SILVA as the suspect in the case.

On October 27, 2026, SILVA was arrested on a warrant and charged with cruelty to animals. She appeared in New Britain Superior Court, where bond was set at $10,000.

SILVA is scheduled to return to court on January 20, 2027, for a plea hearing.

Police did not release additional details about the dog or provide an update on the furvictim's current condition.

I have emailed the Wethersfield Police Department to request additional information. If I receive a response, I will publish an update.

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