Everett police arrest suspect linked to dog found zipped inside suitcase
Published 5:25 pm Monday, December 15, 2025
EVERETT — Everett police arrested a suspect Sunday related to the case of an abandoned dog inside a zipped suitcase in an Everett dumpster.
On. Nov 18, Everett patrol officers responded to a report of a gray/blue pit bull in a dumpster behind a restaurant in the 8800 block on Evergreen Way.
The dog had exposed injuries, a rope tied around her neck and signs of malnourishment, according to an Everett Police Department press release. Patrol officers transported the dog, now named Binny, to the Everett Animal Shelter, where she recovered.
Upon arrival at the shelter, staff discovered she had recently given birth, according to a People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals press release. PETA offered a reward of up to $6,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction on cruelty charges of those responsible.
Major Crimes detectives used photos and videos they obtained in addition to statements and tips from numerous individuals to identify the suspect, the police department’s release said.
Sunday night, patrol officers arrested the suspect, the release said. Law enforcement booked the suspect into the Snohomish County Jail on suspicion of animal cruelty in the second degree.
PETA has not given out the reward yet, but they are in contact with the Everett Police Department, PETA spokesperson Hannah Nelson said.
Individuals with information on this incident can call the Everett Police Department tip line at 425-257-8450 or Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound at 1-800-222-TIPS.
Jenna Millikan: 425-339-3035; jenna.millikan@heraldnet.com; X: @JennaMillikan
