'Dangerously out of control' dog shot dead after mauling Collie and injuring three people
18.02.2024 - 20:11
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
A 'dangerously out of control' dog was shot dead this morning after mauling another pooch and leaving three people injured. Police were called to East Kilbride this morning after the animal - believed to be bulldog-type dog - attacked a Collie in Mannering at around 10.25am.
Officers were unable to get the dog under control and had to call for back up. Armed police were scrambled to the scene before locals heard a gunshot ring out.
An investigation is now underway to establish the breed of the dog, and a probe will be carried out by the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (PIRC) as a firearm was involved in the incident.
Three people suffered 'minor injuries' in the incident, although is not clear whether they required hospital treatment.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Local officers attended and attempted to restrain the dog which was dangerously out of control. Armed officers subsequently attended and the dog was shot dead by police.
"Three people reported receiving minor injuries during this incident. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the breed of dog and there will be a continued police presence in the area while enquiries continue.
"As with any firearm discharge, the circumstances of the incident will be referred to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (PIRC)."
One local man said: "Three armed police units arrived and cordoned off the area, then I heard a gunshot. Nobody really knew what was going on."
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