A former FedEx driver is facing charges for allegedly stealing a French bulldog that later died in his truck.
According to PEOPLEthis incident would have occurred while the former driver, Kimani Joehon Marshall, was on a delivery route in Harnett County, North Carolina. Authorities allege Marshall saw the brown and white French bulldog wandering around the neighborhood during his commute.
The outlet confirmed that Kimani Marshall picked up the French bulldog estimated to be worth $5,500 on July 3 and left him in his truck.
Per WTVM 9Tori the dog was later found dead in the hot FedEx truck on July 10 in Lillington, North Carolina. Investigators believe Tori died of heatstroke due to the high temperatures in Kimani Marshall’s truck.
Accuweather reported that temperatures in Lillington, North Carolina, reached 32 degrees Celsius on July 3.
As of July 22, Kimani Marshall faces charges of dog theft, stolen property, and animal cruelty. According to the online court filing, he posted his $50,000 bail the same day of his arrest. Additionally, his disposition hearing is scheduled for 9 a.m. on September 3.
Former FedEx driver’s history with stolen dog
O New York Post reveals that Kimani Marshall actually knew Tori’s owners. He had previously asked if he could breed her with his dog, but they refused.
Tori’s owner, Lori Hartman Kemmerer, said she escaped between 6 and 9:30 p.m. because her door was left open by mistake. Tori was later seen running on US 421 N toward Lillington.
Lori updated her Facebook friends about Tori through a series of posts. On July 4, she shared her sadness as they continued the search for her beloved dog and even offered a prize for his recovery.
“We looked everywhere and couldn’t find her. We are heartbroken, to say the least. Tori will never survive the heat,” Lori wrote.
More details about the death of the French Bulldog
In another Facebook post, Lori also shared that Tori was a medal-winning show dog.
“She was not only amazing in the show ring, which she loved every second of, she loved everyone she met. Most of all, she loved me unconditionally. Please hold your babies close,” Tori added.
FedEx sent its condolences to Tori’s family and issued a heartfelt statement about her to ABC11. The popular company also confirmed that Kimani Marshall is no longer an employee.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the family on the loss of their beloved pet. We understand how important people’s pets are in their lives and deeply regret the pain this has caused. The driver is no longer providing service on behalf of FedEx.”
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