Pet store employee charged with animal abuse

Posted: 05.11.2012 at 6:15 PM

GOLDEN, COLO. (AP) -- A 19-year-old Denver man is out on bond after being charged with stealing and killing hamsters from a pet store where he worked.

William Riddick appeared in court Friday and was released on $200 bond.

Pam Russell, a spokeswoman for the Jefferson County district attorney, says Riddick is accused of stealing and killing hamsters from a PetSmart store in Westminster.

Store officials said Friday they contacted authorities when they learned of the alleged abuse, and the employee was fired.

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