Man accused of dragging dog behind scooter

A disabled 70-year-old charged with ill-treating a dog has been excused a court appearance because his mobility scooter is in for repairs.

John McPherson, of Christchurch, faces a charge under the Animal Welfare Act of ill-treating a dog by dragging it along the footpath behind a mobility scooter last November, Christchurch Court News website said.

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