Authorities responded to a disturbing animal cruelty situation after neighbors reported excessive barking at a home located at 245 West Spring Creek Road. When Animal Control and police arrived at the property, they discovered what officials described as an abandoned residence with multiple dogs left without food or water for an extended period of time.

Investigators say a dead chihuahua was found locked on the front porch beside a surviving dog, and additional dogs were discovered on the property in extremely poor condition. Officials believe the owner had not been at the residence for several weeks, leaving the animals to fend for themselves. Some of the dogs were reportedly jumping in and out of a broken window in an attempt to survive, and authorities say the animals were fighting each other for food.

So far, three dogs have been confirmed dead, while seven dogs have been rescued after Animal Control spent several days trapping animals on the property. Officials say some of the surviving dogs were close to death due to lack of food and water.

Authorities say Danny Burroughs is expected to face charges related to the case, though officials are still awaiting final details regarding the arrest warrants.

The investigation remains ongoing.