A Maryland man has been charged with attempted murder after engaging in a shootout with police officers who were responding to reports of animal cruelty and a domestic dispute in Harford County on Tuesday. Deputies from the Hartford County Sherrif's Office were called to a home around 7 p.m. where a resident had reportedly shot and killed a dog. Murdy, 43, was charged with attempted first- and second-degree murder, first- and second-degree assault, reckless endangerment, aggravated animal cruelty and other related charges. CLICK HERE FOR THE FOX NEWS APPMurdy is currently being held at the Harford County Detention Center without bail. Officials said they have had previous interactions with Murdy.

Source: Fox News January 23, 2020 03:22 UTC