Alachua man charged with aggravated animal cruelty

Dog tethered with 10 lb. chainALACHUA – An Alachua man has been charged with aggravated animal cruelty after authorities found his dog tethered outside with a severe neck wound that later required surgery, according to an Alachua County Sheriff’s Office arrest report.Freddie Kelly, 57, was released on $5,000 bail following his arrest.