Las Vegas Man Arrested for Animal Cruelty After Dog Dies in 109-Degree Heat

In July 2025, the body of a French Bulldog named Louie was found dead inside a kennel near a dumpster in downtown Las Vegas, with the necropsy suggesting death by heat stroke and severe neglect under triple-digit temperatures. Surveillance footage showed two men dragging the kennel to the dumpster, leading to the identification and arrest of 33-year-old Darrion Lamar Garry, who admitted to leaving the dog outside in 109-degree heat while he played video games and then dumping the dog's body. Authorities charged Garry with willful or malicious torture or killing of an animal, noting the dog's advanced decomposition, broken teeth, and evidence of preventable suffering. The investigation has raised public outrage and concern among animal advocates, highlighting the need for stronger enforcement against animal cruelty. Garry was held on a $3,000 bail and was scheduled to appear in court, while police continue to seek information about any possible accomplices. The case has underscored the community's distress and the importance of accountability in protecting vulnerable animals.