Pitbull terrier shot by gardaí after attacking people in CorkA pitbull terrier has been shot by gardaí after attacking residents in Cork. A man and woman were taken to Cork University Hospital to be treated for injuries after the attack which happened at about 5.20pm on Thursday in Ballyphehane. Gardaí said they engaged with the owner of the dog. After failed attempts to sedate the animal, it was shot by the Garda armed response unit and then euthanised by a vet. The incident comes after a young woman was killed in a dog attack in Co Limerick earlier this week.

Source: Irish Independent June 07, 2024 15:11 UTC