x
Breaking News
More () »

Kalamazoo woman arraigned on animal cruelty charge, among others

Sara Stafford, 33, broke into a home on Monday and assaulted the homeowner and their pet.
Police vehicle (Kalamazoo Dept of Public Safety)

PARCHMENT, Mich. — A 33-year-old woman from Kalamazoo on Monday broke into someone's home and assaulted them and their dog, according to the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department. 

Police said Sara Stafford "repeatedly kicked" the pet before she broke into the home on Keyes Drive and allegedly assaulted the homeowner. 

Stafford was arrested on Wednesday and arraigned on the charges of first-degree home invasion, aggravated assault and animal cruelty. 

If she's found guilty by the Kalamazoo County Prosecuting Attorney's office, she could spend up to 20 years in jail for home invasion and up to one year for aggravated assault. 

Police didn't give the conditions of the victim or the pet. 

More stories on 13 ON YOUR SIDE:

►Make it easy to keep up to date with more stories like this. Download the 13 ON YOUR SIDE app now.  

Have a news tip? Email news@13onyourside.com, visit our Facebook page or TwitterSubscribe to our YouTube channel. 

Before You Leave, Check This Out