Police arrested Ouimet, 41, of Wolcott on an arrest warrant at 11:15 a.m. today and said it stems from incidents that occurred at the town’s dog pound. He was charged with four counts of animal cruelty.
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| Joseph Ouimet |
Police started investigating in May after receiving complaints about conditions, including violations dealing with cleaning and sanitizing floors, grates, beds and bowls.
Hidden camera were set up inside the kennel area from May 5 until July 10 and the video revealed Ouimet slamming a dog between a kennel door several times and spraying two dogs with a hose, according to police.
The footage also showed a dog being sprayed in the face with a cleaning substance, police said.
[After first denying what he'd done, police showed him the video. He then said that he was 'training' the dogs.]
Police said Ouimet was placed on administrative leave and given the opportunity to resign, police said. If he was found guilty, that could have resulted in termination.
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| The Police Chief said absolutely this behavior is not tolerated and assured everyone that animals are to be treated humanely at the shelter. |
Ouimet resigned from his animal control position on July 16.
He was released on a $1,500 non-surety bond and is due in court on Sept. 6.
(NBC Connecticut - Aug 23 2013)
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