Man arrested for raping his Beagle

WEST VIRGINIA -- When we spoke to neighbors in the small town of Miami, in eastern Kanawha County, no one seemed surprised that 47-year-old Jonnie Boggess was arrested for [raping] his 2-year-old beagle.

One man said, "He has done this before, with animals before, and it's no shock."

At least one, outraged neighbor contacted a local dog rescue group, according to troopers with the West Virginia State Police.  Because of that neighbor speaking up, troopers arrested Boggess, who they said, admitted to the crime.

Court documents indicate Boggess said he was drinking that night.  He admitted to being "gentle" with the dog, named Piglet.  After having intercourse with her, he "petted her", and told her that he loved her.

Boggess told troopers his girlfriend heard Piglet yelping.  He told her that he wasn't hurting her. 

Troopers said Boggess told them he thought it was okay, because the dog was more than 40 pounds and spayed.

Another neighbor said, "It takes a sick mind to do something like that."  He said he hopes people don't judge the small town based on this unusual arrest.  "That's one person," he said.  "Everyone around Cabin Creek is not like that.  Just judge him, don't judge us.  It's definitely not all of us."

Piglet is in custody of animal control.

Boggess was charged with misdemeanor animal cruelty.  Bond was set at $5000 or 10% cash.  
He bonded out of jail shortly after his arrest. 

(WOWKTV - Oct 23, 2014)