Azle Fire Chief Thomas Scott posted a letter on social media to inform the public that the city was aware of videos circulating that targeted an employee. Scott did not name that employee. CBS News Texas is also withholding his name at this time.

"The employee has been placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation," Scott said.

According to the fire chief, the firefighter had just finished probationary status with the department. He said his concerns were forwarded to the Fort Worth Police Department.

The video has sparked outrage. In one video, inside the home, a man is seen pulling a dog across the room near a couch, where a series of hits and kicks continue. There is a struggle to get the dog inside the kennel, but that leads to the animal being tossed and receivin

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