Tyrese Gibson has damaged his silence about an alleged incident during which neighbors say his canine attacked and killed one other dog.
The singer-turned-actor posted a lengthy statement from his attorney to his verified Instagram account, together with a video.
“Mr. Tyrese Gibson wishes to extend his deepest condolences to the family who lost their beloved dog in this tragic incident,” the assertion from Gabe Banks of Banks Weaver Law Firm reads. “His heart is truly broken, and he has been praying for the family constantly, hoping they may one day find it in their hearts to forgive him.”
The assertion goes on to clarify that the “Fast & Furious” star “was out of town when the incident occurred, but he accepts full responsibility for his dogs.”
“As soon as he learned what had happened, he immediately made the incredibly difficult decision to rehome his two adult dogs and their three puppies in safe and loving homes,” according to the assertion. “The liability of keeping them was simply too great, and his heart could not bear the thought of anything like this ever happening again.”
NCS affiliate WSB-TV reported that an arrest warrant was issued for Gibson after his canine allegedly attacked and killed a 5-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Henry belonging to a neighbor within the upscale Atlanta group of Buckhead the place the star lives.
According to authorities Gibson allowed his giant canine to roam freely within the neighborhood and a neighbor’s ring digital camera caught footage moments after the alleged atatck.
“It is the negligence on his part as the homeowner and animal owner, just letting them roam free,” Capt. Nicole Dwyer with Fulton County Police Animal Services informed the outlet. “And now they have killed an innocent animal.”
According to Dwyer, police spoke with Gibson in an try to get him to give up the canine, however he declined.
Gibson’s social media submit consists of audio from the favored syndicated radio present “The Breakfast Club” whose hosts might be heard discussing the case involving his Cane Corsos, that are an Italian breed which can be giant and muscular.
The hosts mentioned Gibson informed them that he’s “not on the run,” however in Los Angeles with household.
“Since the day he learned of this tragedy, Mr. Gibson has been actively trying to reach out to the family directly to express his sorrow and condolences,” the assertion posted on Gibson’s social media added. “He knows nothing can undo their loss, but he wants them to know he is truly heartbroken.”
NCS has reached out to Fulton County authorities and Gibson’s attorney for further info.