Miguel Jimenez, 63, and Dayany Jimenez, 40, were charged with animal cruelty by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office after their dog was discovered dead inside a truck on August 23, 2026. The incident occurred at Mile Marker 81 on Old Highway in Islamorada, part of the Florida Keys.
Deputies arrived after receiving a report of an injured dog in the area. Upon inspection of the vehicle, officers found the animal unresponsive and determined it had died while unattended in the hot interior of the truck. The sheriff’s office confirmed that the dog was left in the vehicle without supervision, leading to its death.
Following the discovery, the sheriff’s office filed animal‑cruelty charges against the couple. Both Miguel and Dayany Jimenez are now facing legal proceedings related to the alleged neglect that resulted in the animal’s death. The charges reflect the department’s policy on leaving pets in vehicles under conditions that can cause harm.
The case underscores the enforcement actions taken by Monroe County authorities when reports of animal injury or death are made. The sheriff’s office continues to investigate incidents involving pets in vehicles and to process any related criminal charges according to Florida law.