PORT HUENEME, Calif. -- A homeless man known for a disturbing Port Hueneme, California beachgoers kicked a stranger's dog 15 feet in the air.
Police say Dylan McTaggert is an Oxnard transient and has a history of disturbing people on the beach. The suspect is accused of kicking a dog named Sophie without provocation. The dog went into shock and was rendered unconscious. The dog was kicked so hard she suffered a collapsed lung and displaced heart.
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Police say McTaggert was fighting with Port Hueneme lifeguards when they arrived on scene. He was apprehended after a short foot chase.
McTaggert is currently on probation for assaulting officers and shoplifting. McTaggert is expected in court Tuesday.
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Sophie is back at home and being cared for by her owner.