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Sterling Heights man charged amid accusations of animal torture and cruelty

By FOX 2 Staff
Published  March 4, 2026 8:56pm EST
Crime and Public Safety
FOX 2 Detroit

The Brief

    • Bradley Allen from Sterling Heights was arraigned on charges of animal torture and cruelty.
    • He allegedly hit a dog with a leash three times and hit the dog in the face six times on Feb. 20.
    • Allen’s bond was set at $7,500. 

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. (FOX 2) - A Metro Detroit man was arraigned in court on Wednesday on animal torture charges. 

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Bradley Allen from Sterling Heights was arraigned on charges of animal torture and cruelty after he allegedly hit a dog with a leash three times and hit the dog in the face six times on Feb. 20.

On March 4, Allen was arraigned on the following charges:

  • Animals – Killing/Torturing – Third Degree, a 4-year felony
  • Animals – Abandoning/Cruelty to One Animal, a 93-day misdemeanor

Allen’s bond was set at $7,500. Officials say if released, he can't have contact, possession or ownership of any animal that can be considered a pet. 

"It is deeply concerning when defenseless animals are denied the compassion they depend on," said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido. "They rely entirely on humans for their well-being. When credible allegations of abuse or torture arise, my office has a responsibility to pursue charges and seek justice—and we will fulfill that responsibility."

What's next:

He is scheduled for a Probable Cause Conference on Thursday, April 23.

Crime and Public SafetyPets and AnimalsSterling Heights