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Emaciated dog found with mouth bound shut by rubber band in Port Jefferson Station

Authorities say the 1- to 3-year-old Yorkshire Terrier mix was discovered on Belle Terre Road on May 14.

News 12 Staff

May 22, 2026, 12:55 PM

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Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and animal welfare officials are seeking to identify the owner of an abused dog found in Port Jefferson Station.

Authorities say the 1- to 3-year-old Yorkshire Terrier mix was discovered on Belle Terre Road on May 14. It was emaciated and had its mouth tightly shut with a rubber band.

The dog is currently at Brookhaven Animal Shelter.

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.

Anyone with information is urged to call 1-800-220-TIPS.

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