Active Arrest Warrant Issued for Jonathan Gonzalez in Odessa Animal Cruelty Case
An active arrest warrant is outstanding in Odessa, Texas, for Jonathan Gonzalez, who is charged with felony animal cruelty. The charge stems from a graphic beating that resulted in the death of a small dog in November 2025, an incident…

Odessa Midland, TX, November 13, 2026 — In Odessa, Texas, an active arrest warrant has been issued for Jonathan Gonzalez, who faces a felony charge of animal cruelty.
The charge is connected to an incident that occurred in November 2025, during which a small dog reportedly died as a result of a beating. According to reports, Gonzalez is said to have claimed that he was “disciplining” the animal at the time of the incident.
The details surrounding the alleged graphic beating and its direct cause of death for the dog are part of the ongoing investigation. The felony charge indicates the severity with which authorities are treating the case.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Jonathan Gonzalez to contact the Odessa Police Department. Further details regarding the timeline of the investigation and the specific circumstances leading to the warrant have not been publicly disclosed.
Story summarized from the original created by Tamlyn Price on www.firstalert7.com, see more information here.
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