Killeen Man Arraigned on Animal Cruelty Charge

Killeen, TX (July 7, 2025): On Monday, July 7, 2025, the case involving 45-year-old Jeffrey Yuzon Ignacio, the suspect in the case involving the injured rescued dog known as“Dubz”, now Cyrus, was presented to the Bell County District Attorney’s Office. A felony complaint was filed charging Ignacio with Cruelty to Non-Livestock Animals. He was arraigned by Judge Cliff Coleman, who set bond at $100,000 for the charge.

Ignacio was also arraigned on the following outstanding charges:
• Evading Arrest – Bond set at $5,000
• Harassment (Repeated Telephone/Electronic Communication) – Bond set at $5,000
• Driving While License Invalid – Bond set at $3,000

Ignacio is currently awaiting transport to the Bell County Jail.

The Killeen Police Department would like to recognize Killeen Animal Services, our Patrol Division, and our Special Investigations Division for their tireless efforts in this case, and thank the community for its continued concern, support, and assistance throughout the investigation.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department