GOLDEN, Colo. (KDVR) — The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office says a miniature cream-colored poodle that was thrown from a vehicle on Tuesday has died.
According to the sheriff’s office the dog’s owner was found and not involved in the incident. Teddy was a beloved pet.
The incident happened around 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
The dog was thrown from a black Lexus sedan driving eastbound on Interstate 76 near Sheridan Boulevard, according to the sheriff’s department.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information about the owner, dog or incident is asked to contact Jefferson County Animal Control at 303-271-5070.