“We know how much our dogs are loved by the people of Lancashire and beyond, as well as our own staff. We have been left devastated by what has happened and the outcome of this incident.' LancsPolDogUnit SthRibblePolice
When efforts to restrain the dog failed armed police opened fire and killed PD Jax.Superintendent Hassan Khan of Lancashire Police said; This is never an easy decision for any officer to take, but police have a duty to act where necessary before any further injury is caused, whether to officers, or members of the public. We would never put anyone at risk of further harm.
“These are highly trained, working dogs which do a skilled job, but like any dog can present a danger in certain circumstances. “We know how much our dogs are loved by the people of Lancashire and beyond, as well as our own staff. We have been left devastated by what has happened and the outcome of this incident.
“Our thoughts are very much with the injured officer while she undergoes treatment for serious leg injuries and she is receiving our full support.Police helicopter circling Walton-le-Dale right now 😩😴
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