Tyrese Gibson is pushing again in opposition to claims he’s avoiding legislation enforcement after his Cane Corsos allegedly killed a neighbor’s canine in Atlanta. The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office has issued an arrest warrant for the actor and singer, who now faces an animal cruelty cost tied to the September 18 incident.

Authorities say Gibson’s 4 massive canines had been seen on surveillance video roaming the neighborhood and scratching at a neighbor’s door shortly earlier than attacking and killing a five-year-old King Charles Cavalier Spaniel named Henry.

Repeated Complaints Before the Incident

Fulton County Police Animal Services reported they’d acquired 5 complaints about Gibson’s canines within the 10 days main as much as the deadly mauling. Officials say they’d warned the entertainer a number of instances about permitting his canines to roam freely.

“It is the negligence on his part as the homeowner and animal owner, just letting them roam free,” stated Captain Nicole Dwyer. “And now they have killed an innocent animal.”

Gibson initially agreed to give up the canines on September 22 however allegedly requested extra time when officers arrived. When authorities returned with a search warrant, neither Gibson nor the animals had been on the property.

Tyrese Responds From Los Angeles

Through a press release shared by Loren Lorosa on The Breakfast Club, Gibson denied he’s dodging authorities and stated he’s presently in Los Angeles together with his household and authorized group.

“Tyrese wants everyone to know he is not on the run,” his reps stated. “He says he’s in LA with his family and his attorneys are working to figure this all out. Tyrese says — if there was a demand for him to turn himself in on a certain day / time he would but he claims that’s not the case.”

Legal Team Acknowledges Responsibility

Gibson’s attorneys confirmed he wasn’t in Atlanta when the assault occurred however stated he accepts full duty for the actions of his canines.

“Mr. Tyrese Gibson wishes to extend his deepest condolences to the family who lost their beloved dog in this tragic incident,” the assertion learn. “His heart is truly broken, and he has been praying for the family constantly, hoping they may one day find it in their hearts to forgive him.”

The authorized group added that Gibson took swift motion as soon as he realized of the incident.

“Mr. Gibson was out of town when the incident occurred, but he accepts full responsibility for his dogs,” the assertion continued. “As soon as he learned what had happened, he immediately made the incredibly difficult decision to rehome his two adult dogs and their three puppies in safe and loving homes. The liability of keeping them was simply too great, and his heart could not bear the thought of anything like this ever happening again.”

The arrest warrant for Gibson stays lively as of Monday.

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