Kristiina Kennedy, 45, faces charges of sexual assault of an animal after Connecticut’s Special Crimes Unit launched an investigation on April 6 following disturbing videos shared via text message
A woman handed herself in to authorities after being investigated over footage allegedly depicting sexual abuse of a dog.
Kristiina Kennedy, 45, faced charges of sexual assault of an animal (creating/distributing pornography), and sexual assault of an animal, according to Meriden Police Department, in Connecticut, USA.
The Special Crimes Unit, working alongside Meriden Animal Control, launched an investigation into the sexual abuse of a dog on April 6 and issued an arrest warrant for Kennedy before she surrendered herself on April 29. Local media reports suggest the investigation commenced after a woman informed police that her friend had received multiple text messages from Kennedy containing disturbing animal footage.
According to WTNH, Kennedy had allegedly transmitted three videos of herself sexually harassing what appeared to be a pit bull cross-type dog. The footage was then passed to a police officer who initiated an investigation.
In a statement Meriden Police Department said: “Kennedy surrendered the dog to the City of Meriden Animal Control when a search warrant was served at her residence on April 7, 2026.”, reports the Express.
“The dog was brought to a veterinarian to be examined and found not to have any injuries. During the investigation, concern for the safety of two cats at the residence was also developed.
“Meriden Detectives and Meriden Animal Control returned to the property and confiscated the two cats from the home as well. The City of Meriden is applying to maintain custody of the two cats with a hearing scheduled for 1 May, 2026, at the Meriden Superior Court.”
The statement continued: “The Meriden Police Department takes allegations of sexual assault involving animals extremely seriously.
“We understand that these cases are deeply troubling to the community, and we share that concern. We are committed to conducting a thorough investigation and pursuing appropriate charges to ensure accountability and protect animal welfare.”
The police department said Kennedy was processed and given a court date of May 13, 2026, at the Meriden Superior Court and was released after posting a $10,000 surety bond.