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Officer fatally shoots dog that attacked victim in Dorchester, police say
The incident remains under investigation.
An officer fatally shot a dog that allegedly bit an individual in Dorchester on Monday night, officials say.
At 8:26 p.m., police responded to 77 Dakota St. for a report of a dog biting a person in a park, according to the Boston Police Department.
Upon arrival, the officer shot the dog, police said. The victim, who had nonlife-threatening injuries, and the dog were taken to a local hospital, authorities said.
The dog succumbed to its injuries and died, according to police.
Animal control was notified about the incident, which continues to be investigated by the department.
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