Mastiff Found Tied To Light Pole On Southern State Pkwy.: State Police

UNIONDALE, NY — A dog was found tied to a light pole Monday morning on the Southern State Parkway, state police said.

Officers responded at 5:30 a.m. westbound near Exit 21 as the white Mastiff was tied by her leash to the pole, police said.

A dog bowl was filled with food and a note appeared next to it.

The Mastiff was taken to the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter for evaluation. The dog was not microchipped.

The incident is under investigation and state police ask anyone with information to call 631-756-3300.