Arpaio, Seagal deny claim of dog killing during raid

[September 03, 2011]  PHOENIX (AP) -- Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio and actor Steven Seagal deny accusations by a Phoenix man and his lawyer that a family dog was killed during a raid for Seagal's reality TV show.

The sheriff's office says in a news release the allegation is without merit. Seagal says he's outraged.

They and numerous deputies and posse members were present March 9 during a raid at the home of Jesus Llovera.

Llovera has filed a $25,000 claim against the sheriff's office for humiliation, emotional distress and property damage. His attorney could not immediately be reached for comment.

Seagal was participating in the raid as a special deputy sheriff for his show "Steven Seagal Lawman" on the A&E cable channel. His credits include "Under Siege," "Above the Law" and "Fire Down Below."

[Associated Press; By MARK CARLSON]

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