Arrest warrant issued for man accused of animal abuse after missing court hearing
MESA COUNTY, Colo. (KREX) – The man accused of abusing a puppy earlier this year had an arrest warrant issued Thursday after he missed his court hearing earlier the same morning.
Cody Wardell, 29, was arrested in March after he allegedly threw his dog off a raised porch, held the animal and repeatedly struck her. The puppy was then tied under the porch of his home.
Judge Scott Burrill issued the warrant, ruling there is no 48-hour grace period for Wardell's arrest.
When he is apprehended, he will be brought before the judge as soon as it's practicable, Chief Deputy District Attorney Michael Fisher told WesternSlopeNow.
Wardell's bond was set at $1020 cash-only for his charge of cruelty to animals. His other bond for possession of a controlled substance was set at $1010.
Wardell relinquished the dog to Mesa County Animal Control. He allegedly admitted to law enforcement that he struck the animal.
The pup – Azalea – had to have immediate surgery and ultimately lost her back leg.
Grand Rivers Humane Society coordinated her surgery. The shelter also started the Azalea's Fund, which will help other dogs and cats who have high medical costs.
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