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A New Jersey state trooper allegedly shot and killed his dog, vandalized a stop sign and assaulted a local police officer.
On Thursday, Alexander Lark was taken into custody in Wayne Township, New Jersey. He faces a series of charges, including aggravated assault, resisting arrest, criminal mischief, and unlawfully possessing a weapon. Additionally, he is cited for a municipal infraction for firing a gun. Pending charges of animal cruelty are also being reviewed, as reported by the Bergen Record.
Just before 1 a.m. on Thursday, police were alerted by residents of Lark’s condominium complex who reported a “disturbance” – potentially a gunshot – emanating from one of the units, according to the news outlet.
Alexander Lark is officially charged with multiple offenses including aggravated assault, resisting arrest, criminal mischief, and using a weapon for illegal purposes. (New Jersey State Police)
As officers tried to calm him down, Lark allegedly shoved one of them before he was taken to the ground and placed under arrest. He was then transported to a hospital for evaluation.
Lark appeared to be under the influence of an unknown substance, according to an affidavit of probable cause, the Bergen Record reported.
Alexander Lark appeared to be under the influence of an unknown substance. (Getty Images)
Officers back at the condo complex entered Lark’s residence and found his deceased dog on the floor next to his Glock 43 service handgun.
Lark has been employed by the state police since 2017.
