Arrest made after home inspection company finds dead dogs in Central Florida home

EDGEWATER, Fla. — An Edgewater man is behind bars after a home inspection company found dead dogs at his home.

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Investigators said the inspection company contacted Edgewater police after they found deplorable conditions and located what appeared to be several deceased animals and a dog in need of emergency medical care.

Police said their initial investigation confirmed three deceased dogs inside the residence.

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Arrest made after home inspection company find dead dogs in Central Florida home

Edgewater Animal Shelter staff removed the fourth dog from the residence for treatment; however, the dog died shortly after receiving medical assistance.

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Police arrested the homeowner and owner of the dogs, William Demchick, and charged him with four counts of felony animal cruelty.

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