Dog seen being kicked outside East Goshen Twp. apartment now in care of SPCA

EAST GOSHEN TWP., Pa. (WPVI) -- The dog at the center of an animal cruelty investigation in East Goshen Township has been surrendered to authorities.

The investigation began after disturbing video surfaced last week showing a dog cowering on the ground before its handler appeared to kick the animal at the Goshen Valley Apartments.

"I got up and looked out. When I saw it was him walking his dog, I grabbed my phone and started recording," said Alexx Travaglini, who captured the incident on video.

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Police quickly identified the suspect and filed animal cruelty charges.

Authorities said the charge is a summary offense and, as a result, they are not releasing the suspect's identity.

Investigators confirmed the dog has since been surrendered and is now in the care of the Brandywine Valley SPCA.

Officials said the animal appears to be in good health despite the incident.