CONVICTED (2023) | Simon Wallace, born c. 1996, from Morningside, Edinburgh but with links to the Gorgie area of the city – booted his partner’s dog in the ribs during an argument in the street.
Wallace kicked the unnamed sharpei so hard the pet was flipped onto her side.
The attack, which took place on Balcarres Street in the Morningside area of Edinburgh on June 24, 2023, was witnessed by members of the public who called police.
Wallace appeared from custody at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday 25 Jul and pleaded guilty to causing an animal unnecessary suffering.
Sheriff John Cook jailed Wallace for 96 days after noting he had an “appalling record” for domestic offending.
The sheriff banned Wallace from owning any animals for five years.
According to reports, the unnamed dog was not physically injured.
Sentencing | three-month custodial. Five-year ban.