A dog, believed to be an XL Bully breed, has attacked a police officer, leaving him with serious injuries. The officer was attending an address in Ibstock, near Coalville, with a colleague when the incident occurred. The dog bit the officer on his upper leg and he was taken to the hospital for treatment. The other officer suffered a small cut to his finger.
The police seized the dog from the property and placed it in secure kennels. A second pit bull-type breed dog was also removed from the property and is being kept in kennels. The officers were looking for a man wanted by the police when the incident occurred. No arrests have been made yet, and inquiries are ongoing.
Leicestershire Police stated that the dog has not been examined further, but it is believed to be an XL Bully breed. The police spokesperson confirmed that the injured officer is undergoing treatment but did not provide any further details about his condition.
The incident has raised questions about dog ownership laws and the responsibiilty of pet owners. The police department did not make any statement in that regard. According to reports, the dog owner is cooperating fully with the police, but it is unclear whether any charges will be filed.
The story has received attention on social media, with many expressing concern about the frequency of dog attacks and the need for stricter regulations in that regard. The police department has not yet released any further information on the incident but has promised to provide updates as soon as possible
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