@yass.unitedstates: 37-year-old Justo Alejandro Buenrostro was arrested in Santa Barbara County after authorities alleged he killed and cooked the family dog, “Coco,” at his home in Santa Maria. Deputies and animal control officers reportedly found evidence of severe animal cruelty after responding to the residence on April 18. Prosecutors charged Buenrostro with felony animal cruelty and added a sentencing enhancement for allegedly using a knife. Authorities also obtained a protective order for family members, while Buenrostro has pleaded not guilty and remains in custody as the case moves through court. #santabarbara #dog #truecrime #animal #sad