Dog left to drown in flood is named for officer who saved him — and he’s up for adoption
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A dog who was left to die in rising floodwaters is on his way to a happy ending.
In September, Greenville police officer Benjamin Schultz rushed to save a small pit bull who had been tied to a fence during Tropical Storm Ophelia.
The storm caused flooding in the area the dog was in, and waters were rising.
A video posted to the Greenville Police Department’s Facebook page showed the rescue.
Now, police have shared an update.
The rescued dog was given a new name, Benjamin, in honor of the officer who saved him.
Benjamin is at Pitt County Animal Services and is up for adoption, according to police.
“Benjamin is heartworm positive so he will need an owner who is willing to give him the extra love and care he so rightfully deserves. He is estimated to be approximately 1 year old,” police said.
The owner accused of leaving him tied to the fence has been charged with animal cruelty, according to police.
The fee to adopt Benjamin is $135 and covers his neutering, full vaccinations and a microchip. Anyone interested can contact the shelter at 252-902-1725.
This story was originally published October 3, 2023 at 11:03 AM with the headline "Dog left to drown in flood is named for officer who saved him — and he’s up for adoption."
