March 2026 – Benjamin Tillman (37) and Elizabeth Pettit (34) face animal cruelty charges after their dog was allegedly found emaciated and unable to stand. According to police, the two failed to seek veterinary care for a 4-year-old German Shepherd, which had shown prolonged signs of sickness, including diarrhea for about a month. Court documents said, “The dog appeared severely emaciated as its hip bones were protruding. Its spine and ribs could be visible through its skin. A lack of muscle mass resulted in the dog’s hind legs (being) unable to support themselves.”