A central Florida man has been charged with cruelty to animals after his dog attacked a swan.
The Orlando Police Department said 51-year-old Lawrence Labonte intentionally had his dog attack the swan at Lake Eola Park last Sunday.
The swan suffered nerve damage and had to be euthanized.
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Labonte was charged with fighting or baiting animals in addition to cruelty to animals. It was not immediately known whether he has an attorney.
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