A Northern Virginia man was arrested Monday on suspicion of stabbing a dog that was eventually euthanized due to its wounds, police said.
The Falls Church Police Department said Rayanne Hassan Ibrahim, 25, of Broadlands, Virginia, was arrested by the Washington Metropolitan Airports Authority (MWAA) Police Department after she was stopped near Dulles Airport around 11 a.m. Monday. announced that he had been arrested.
Police said Ibrahim allegedly stabbed the dog, which was being walked by its owner, near the intersection of West Broad Street and South Maple Street around 9:15 p.m. Sunday.
Florida couple arrested on animal cruelty charges after rescuing more than 100 animals: authorities
Rayanne Hassan Ibrahim booking photo (Falls Church Police Department)
As a result of the injuries, the dog had to be euthanized.
Police added that no one was injured in the incident.
Alabama woman charged with animal cruelty after dozens of horses died and dogs found malnourished
Rayanne Hassan Ibrahim was charged with stabbing a dog on January 14, 2024, which resulted in the dog being euthanized. (Falls Church Police Department)
Witnesses gave police the license plate of the vehicle in which the suspect fled the scene. After investigation, police determined that the license plate was registered to Ibrahim.
Ibrahim was scheduled to be transported to the Loudoun County Detention Center. The suspect was also turned over to the Falls City Church and will be charged with stabbing and euthanizing the dog.
CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP
“Our hearts go out to the dog's family,” said Falls Church Acting Police Chief Jiwan Chhetri. “Pets are part of the family and we grieve with them. We would like to thank our colleagues at the MWAA Police Department for their quick action. We would also like to thank our colleagues at the MWAA Police Department for their quick action. We would also like to thank the local residents.''The raid – which was a crucial part of capturing this suspect. ”
