Update 5: Jailed three months, fined €10,000 for shooting Star Accused told police he meant no suffering for the dog - heckled as he leaves courtroom

Alfred Vella, 44, a farmer from Birzebbuga, has been jailed for three months and fined €10,000 after he admitted in court to having shot the dog Star at his field in Birzebbuga last month. He admitted to charges of animal cruelty, manufacturing a home-made gun

Tuesday, June 21, 2011, 11:57 Update 3: Accused admits shooting, burying Star - dog was buried for 14 hours Accused says he shot Star because she was old

Alfred Vella, 44, a farmer from Birzebbuga, this morning admitted in court to having shot the dog Star at his field in Birzebbuga last month. The man was arraigned by the police. He admitted to charges of animal cruelty and illegal hunting. Mr Vella is liable

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STAR REWARD FUND on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=203524466350793 This is the STAR REWARD FUND for whoever leads the police to the culprit! ANYONE who has information is kindly requested to call police Freephone number 119! You can send an

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