Title: Unraveling the Case of Jake: A Tragic Encounter
Date: September 11, 2020
Location: 2035 South Josephine Street # 213 Denver, CO 80210
Officer: D. Ettinger #306, Denver Animal Protection (DAP)
Introduction
- Officer Ettinger arrives at 2035 South Josephine Street #213, Denver, CO 80210.
- Attempts to contact Benjamin Hatfield regarding a dead dog identified as "Jake."
Investigation at Alternate Address
- Truepeoplesearch.com leads to 5438 South Foresthill Street, Littleton, CO 80120.
- Meets with Susan Gallagher, Mr. Hatfield's aunt.
- Mr. Hatfield found at the residence, appears nervous.
Mr. Hatfield's Account
- Mr. Hatfield describes an incident with Jake defecating on his bed on September 10, 2020.
- Admits to disciplining Jake by muzzling tightly with a leash and leashing him to a bike hook.
- Claims to have found Jake deceased upon waking up on September 11, 2020.
Search Warrant
- Officer contacts Denver Police Department (DPD) for assistance.
- Detective C. Hegwer assigned to the case.
- Search warrant obtained at approximately 1730 hours.
Execution of Warrant
- Officers J. Humphreys and D. Sechrist assist in executing the warrant.
- Entry made into 2035 South Josephine Street #213 at approximately 1815 hours.
Scene Investigation
- Traces of blood and fibers found near a bicycle rack consistent with Mr. Hatfield's account.
- Saliva and fur of Jake found on the bicycle.
- Examination of living room, dining area, kitchen, and bedroom for evidence.
Findings
- No evidence of feces on the bed sheets or in the dining room.
- White quilt in the bedroom shows small amounts of blood and possible urine stains.
- Hoover spot remover and debris consistent with Mr. Hatfield's account found in the bedroom.
Bathroom Examination
- Fur from Jake and pieces of the leash found in the bathtub.
- Small piece of feces near the drain.
Conclusion
- Dr. Gary Mason from Colorado State University concludes Jake died from suffocation.
