DALLAS (OR) – Matthew Alan Luker, 50, has been sentenced to serve 38 months in prison for breaking into a residence outside of Dallas and killing a domesticated goat belonging to the property owners last October.
Luker, of Sheridan, was sentenced today by Polk County Circuit Judge Rafael A. Caso, after a trial held on May 5, in which he was found guilty of Burglary in the First Degree, Aggravated Animal Abuse in the First Degree, Criminal Mischief in the First Degree, and Recklessly Endangering Another Person.
Judge Caso sentenced Luker to consecutive sentences on the Burglary and Animal Abuse charges, specifically finding that Luker had shown “no remorse” for his actions. Luker will also be required to serve a three year term of Post-Prison Supervision upon his release.
The case was investigated by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. It was prosecuted by Polk County Deputy District Attorney Garrett Lewellen.
