Two dogs have been shot dead by police and a person has been rushed to hospital following an attack in Sheffield.
South Yorkshire Police say three dangerously out of control dogs escaped from a home and were running loose on Handsworth Road. As officers were deployed to the area to search for the dogs, it was reported that two dogs, believed to be of a bull breed, had attacked another dog walking along the street.
Its owner was also attacked by the loose dogs and has been rushed to hospital for treatment. The dog involved required veterinary treatment.
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The loose dogs then became aggressive towards armed police meaning they posed “a significant risk to the public”. Two dogs were shot dead and the third was seized.
Police say a 27-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of having a dog dangerously out of control. He remains in custody at the time of writing.
A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police said: “Officers were called shortly before 9am today following reports that three dogs were running loose in the street around the Handsworth Road area in Sheffield.
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“As officers were searching the area, a further report was received that two dogs, believed to be of a bull breed, had escaped from a property and attacked a dog being walked along the street, causing injuries that required veterinary treatment.
“The dog’s owner also suffered injuries during the attack and required hospital treatment. Officers were sent to Handsworth Road in an attempt to find and capture the dogs.
“It is understood the dogs became increasingly aggressive towards officers, posing a significant risk to the public. Firearms officers destroyed the dogs to prevent any further injuries or risk.
“The third dog was contained by officers and has been seized. A 27-year-old man from Sheffield has been arrested on suspicion of having a dog dangerously out of control. He remains in police custody.
“An investigation is ongoing into the circumstances surrounding the dog being dangerously out of control. Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident number 250 of 3 December 2023.”
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