Police provide more details on why dog was fatally shot
Shortly after 2 p.m., officers responded to a report of a person in crisis at a residence in the 2800 block of Tecumseh Road West. Upon arrival at the scene, officers attempted to apprehend a 45-year-old man experiencing a mental health crisis.
Police say the man resisted and physically assaulted one officer and threatened to kill another. A Taser was deployed to gain control of the individual.
During the incident, police say the individual directed his Pitbull mix to bite officers. The dog subsequently attacked officers and was shot after non-lethal efforts were ineffective, according to police.
The man was apprehended under the Mental Health Act. He was also arrested on charges of assaulting a police officer, uttering threats to cause death, and failure to comply with a release order.
This remains an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also call Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or submit tips online at www.catchcrooks.com.
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