San Francisco, CA – San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced today that her office secured a conviction of Aljerone Green (33), after a trial by jury for viciously kicking a small dog multiple times. Mr. Harris was convicted of animal cruelty (PC 597(b)).
“I would like to thank the jury for their service in this trial,” said District Attorney Brooke Jenkins. “I would also like to thank the dedicated officers of San Francisco Animal Care and Control, whose outstanding investigation resulted in us being able to take action to hold Mr. Green accountable. Violence against people, and defenseless little animals, will not be tolerated.”
According to the testimony and evidence presented at trial, on September 18, 2025, at an SRO on the unit block of Mason Street, video surveillance footage captured Mr. Green opening his apartment door to look at his neighbor’s dog, a small black and brown Papillion mix about the size of a Pomeranian, who was left in the hallway and barking. Mr. Green stared at the dog for about 90 seconds, then briefly went into his apartment, came back, and threw a cutting board toward her. Mr. Green then approached the dog and crouched over her and began to yell at her as she cowered against her owner’s apartment door. The dog tried to run away, but Mr. Green chased her and began to kick her. Mr. Green chased the dog up and down the hallway, kicking her as she ran away. He kicked her a total of eleven times, several times against a wall.
The case against Mr. Green was successfully prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Michael Foley with assistance from District Attorney Investigator Teddy Martin and paralegals Raquel Paz and Nohemi Torres. Prosecutors were able to develop a strong case against Mr. Greens based on the outstanding investigation conducted by the San Francisco Animal Care and Control Officer Courtney Leiendecker.
“Animals are voiceless victims who cannot advocate for themselves,” said Assistant District Attorney Michael Foley. “I’d like to thank the jury for being the dog’s voice and bringing her justice. The jury made a just verdict and sent a clear message – animal cruelty is not tolerated in San Francisco.”
“We’re pleased with the outcome of this case. It’s always gratifying when people who abuse animals are held accountable for their actions” said San Francisco Animal Care and Control Captain Rebecca Fenson. “I’m proud of investigating Officer Courtney Leiendecker and our team of Animal Control officers. They do brave and inspiring work every day.”
For animal emergencies – and to report cruelty – call SFACC at (415) 554-9400. Animal Control Officers are available between 6:00 am and 12:00 am.
Court Number: 25020533
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