A POLICE dog that bit its handler after turning on her was shot dead by armed officers yesterday.
The Belgian malinois, named Jax, became aggressive during a search for a missing person in a field.
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PD Jax was considered to be a threat to officers so was shot dead at the scene in Walton-le-Dale, LancsCredit: MEN Media
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No members of the public were involvedCredit: MEN Media
It attacked its handler, causing serious injuries, and other officers were unable to restrain the dog.
PD Jax was still considered to be a threat to them so was shot dead at the scene in Walton-le-Dale, Lancs.
Its handler was left with an upper leg injury and remains in hospital.
No members of the public were involved.
Supt 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.
“These are highly trained, working dogs, which do a skilled job, but, like any dog, can present a danger in certain circumstances.
“Our thoughts are with the injured officer while she undergoes treatment.
“The incident will be reviewed in due course.”
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