- The owner of a beloved donkey shot and killed by a Cedartown police officer at a Polk County farm is taking legal action against at least one person over alleged online harassment as the controversy surrounding the animal's death continues to grow.

What we know: An attorney representing farmer Hannah Israel has sent a cease-and-desist letter accusing the recipient of "relentless, inappropriate and defamatory conduct." PREVIOUS STORY: Donkey killed in Polk County; Cedartown officer on leave The letter says Israel has a "real and legitimate fear" of the person and warns that if the alleged conduct does not stop, she could seek a protective order and pursue a lawsuit for damages.

The legal action comes as the Georgia Department of Agriculture investigates the circumstances surrounding the death of Israel's donkey, HeeHaw.