WEST BRIDGEWATER, Mass. (WLNE) — A Taunton man is facing an animal cruelty charge after a traffic stop revealed a severely malnourished dog in his vehicle, according to West Bridgewater police.

The 27-year-old was pulled over November 24 just before noon for allegedly running a red light on North Main Street.

The officer noticed a significantly underweight dog in the vehicle during the stop, according to police.

The nine-month old puppy named Sprout was taken to Westbridge Veterinary Referral Hospital for treatment.

According to police, an investigation determined that the driver was the dog’s owner.

Sprout. (Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts)

Sprout. (Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts)

Police said that the dog was determined to be severely

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