Crime & Safety

Dog Fatally Shot By Police After Attack In Philadelphia's Port Richmond Section

Police said the dog attacked another dog and the owner attempted to break up the fight, but then it started attacking him as well.

(CBS Philadelphia)

January 11, 2024

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A dog was shot and killed by police after it attacked another dog and its owner in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section on Wednesday night, authorities said.

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The incident happened on the 3600 block of Sepviva Street just before 10 p.m.

Police said the dog attacked another dog and the owner attempted to break up the fight, but then it started attacking him as well.

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