CASE UPDATE:  Man Ties Dog to SUV; Judge Dismisses Case

 James M. Leppek, a 46-year-old Bad Axe man is accused of tying a dog to the back of his automobile and dragging him down the road.  Leppek allegedly abandoned the dog in a ditch. 

 Prosecutor Mark Gaertner charged Leppek with a felony.  However, the judge dismissed the felony charges, because he felt malicious intent was not proven.  Please weigh in with the judge about your opinion.

 Honorable M. Richard Knoblock

Chief Judge
52nd Circuit Court
250 E Huron Ave Bad Axe , MI   48413
Fax: (989) 269-0005
E-mail: knoblocm@co.huron.mi.us

 Please ask Prosecutor Mark Gaertner to retry the case with misdemeanor charges.

 Honorable Mark J. Gaertner

Prosecuting Attorney
Huron County
250 E Huron Ave Ste 103 Bad Axe , MI   48413
Fax: (989) 269-2744
E-mail: gaertnerm@co.huron.mi.us