Florida Woman Charged with Animal Cruelty for Allegedly Drowning Dog at Orlando Airport

Alison Agatha Lawrence, 57, was arrested after an investigation tied her to the December 2024 incident, prompting calls for stricter animal cruelty laws in Florida.

Lawrence allegedly drowned her dog in an Orlando International Airport restroom after being denied boarding due to missing pet paperwork.
The incident occurred on December 16, 2024, and the dog's remains were reportedly discarded in a restroom trash bin.
Lawrence was arrested on March 18, 2025, in Clermont, Florida, and released the same day on a $5,000 bond.
State Sen. Tom Leek has cited the case to advocate for a proposed bill increasing penalties for animal cruelty offenses in Florida.
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority has urged travelers to review TSA guidelines for traveling with pets following the incident.