A man was convicted of cruelty to animals and criminal trespass through
a Barton County jury Tuesday.
In November 2020, Christopher Delauder went on his neighbor’s property and
killed their Dalmatian dog. A report stated the incident
occurred in Susank. At the time, Delauder had no explanation as to what
prompted him to kill the dog. The dog was in a kennel when Delauder entered the
kennel and stabbed it at least eight times.
Following the presentation of evidence, the jury deliberated for approximately
half an hour before returning the verdict.
Animal cruelty is a felony which can carry a sentence of up to one year in
jail. Criminal trespass is a misdemeanor that can carry an additional six
months in jail.
Sentencing is set for Jan. 14 at 11 a.m.
The State of Kansas was represented by Assistant Barton County Attorney Colin
Reynolds. The defendant was represented by Bradley Steen.