Man admits to putting dog in trailer on NW Indiana interstate in frigid weather, prosecutors say​on February 15, 2025 at 7:56 pm

Erik McClinton said the dog, named Midnight, was outside the truck because there were puppies inside the truck, according to prosecutors.   

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team

Saturday, February 15, 2025 2:26PM

Man admits to putting dog in trailer on IN interstate: prosecutors

Prosecutors say Erik McClinton admitted to putting the dog in the trailer, but says he put a blanket over the dog’s cage that blew off.

HAMMOND, Ind. (WLS) — ABC7 is learning new details about the man accused of driving with a dog in an open trailer in northwest Indiana.

Prosecutors say Erik McClinton admitted to putting the dog in the trailer, but says he put a blanket over the dog’s cage that blew off.

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He added the dog, named Midnight, was outside the truck because there were puppies inside.

Right now, Midnight is safe in foster care, and McClinton is facing a misdemeanor charge of animal cruelty.

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 Erik McClinton said the dog, named Midnight, was outside the truck because there were puppies inside the truck, according to prosecutors.


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