WAUPUN, Wis. — A Waupun woman is still in shock after she says a man killed a stray golden retriever right in front of her—an incident now under investigation by the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office.
Shelby Krohn says she found the dog in a field in the Town of Chester, just outside of Waupun, and was trying to help the lost animal when the situation turned tragic.
“I had tears streaming down my face as he ripped the dog, that innocent soul, out of my car and was choking it in the air,” Krohn said.
Krohn, who describes herself as a “golden mama” because she loves her golden retrievers like her own children, says she rescued the stray on Tuesday when she happened to be walking in the Town of Chester.
“This man charged my car, yelled at the dog, turned his leash into a noose, and choked him,” Krohn said.
According to Krohn, the Humane Society had instructed her to take the lost dog to a representative of the Town of Chester because of where it was found. After calming the dog down and giving it water, she took it to the farm where she says the man who was supposed to protect it killed it instead.
“I will never get over this emotionally,” Krohn said.
I was on Oakwood Drive, the rural road where Krohn says she thought she was taking the animal to safety, but instead witnessed its killing.
Karen Mohr, Krohn’s neighbor, has been trying to comfort her since the incident. “She loves dogs. I cannot believe this happened to her. He needs to be held accountable,” Mohr said.
When I attempted to speak with the person accused, I was told, “No comment.”
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office confirmed they are investigating but have no further comment at this time.
“I just want his responsibility taken away,” Krohn said.
Law enforcement has not named the man accused, and Krohn has named the deceased golden retriever “Goldy.”
“Golden retrievers are angels … and I’m so thankful that all of my dogs are okay and my community is supporting me,” Krohn said.
You can read the full statement from the Humane Society below:
“We are heartbroken and deeply disturbed by the recent incident involving the death of a dog in the Town of Chester. The Dodge County Humane Society exists to protect and advocate for the welfare of all animals, and this tragic act stands in direct opposition to the values of compassion, responsibility and care that we strive to uphold in our community.
This incident highlights the urgent need for better education, accountability and humane training for anyone entrusted with the care of animals – especially public officials. No animal deserves to suffer or die because of negligence or cruelty. We want to sincerely thank the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office for their prompt and professional response to this matter. We trust their investigation will be thorough and just, and we support them fully as they work to bring clarity and accountability to this heartbreaking situation.
Our thoughts are with those affected by this loss, and we remain committed to protecting every animal in Dodge County with the dignity and compassion they deserve.”
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