Detroit Woman Arraigned for Animal Cruelty Charges

Jordan Love, a 29-year-old Detroit woman, has been charged with second-degree animal killing/torturing and cruelty for allegedly stabbing her dog and posting a video of the abuse on social media. The incident occurred on February 7, when Detroit Animal Control found the injured dog, along with three other dogs and four cats, at Love's residence. Love fled to Greenville, South Carolina, where she was arrested on March 20 and extradited back to Michigan. She faces up to seven years in prison for the torturing charge and two additional years for the cruelty charge. Love's case has prompted discussions on the need for stronger animal cruelty laws, as emphasized by Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy. Love was arraigned on April 10, with her bond set at $50,000 and a GPS tether required if released.