Trial For Philly Officer Accused Of Dumping Pit Bull In Trash Begins Monday

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Philadelphia police officer accused of dumping a dog in a local park is scheduled for trial Monday.

Investigators say that in November, Michael Long put Cranberry the pit bull in a trash can at Wissahickon Valley Park.

Police Officer Accused Of Dumping Emaciated Dog In Trash Bag At Park

Long faces charges, including animal cruelty.

Long was a Philadelphia police officer for 11 years.

Cranberry is now healthy and living with a new family.

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