Dog killed after biting child and police officer in Dundalk, Ont.

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Ontario Provincial Police said one of their officers had to shoot a dog that bit one child and tried to attack another in Dundalk.

On Wednesday, at 8:41 a.m., someone reported an unrestrained dog on Russell Street.

“The dog bit one child and was attempting to bite another,” OPP said in a media release. “The owner was on scene attempting to restrain the animal but was unsuccessful.”

An officer was also bitten while trying to control the aggressive dog.

“In the interest of public safety, police shot the dog,” OPP explained. “The dog was later euthanized.”

Police said the victims received medical treatment and their injuries were considered minor.

OPP also urged the public to avoid aggressive or dangerous animals and report them to authorities as soon as possible.