A "DANGEROUSLY out of control" dog has been shot dead by police after a horror attack in East Kilbride.
Officers say they were called to a report of a "large bulldog-type dog" attacking a Collie dog on Mannering in the town on Sunday, February 18, at around 10.25am.
999 crews then raced to the scene where local police tried to restrain the animal.
However, armed police attended the incident and the dog was shot dead.
Following the shocking ordeal, three people were left with minor injuries.
Now, officers have said an investigation is underway to establish the breed of the dog and there will also be a continued police presence in the area.
The incident will also be referred to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner as a firearm was discharged.
A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: "Around 10.25am on Sunday, February 18, police were called to a report of a large bulldog-type dog attacking a Collie dog on Mannering, East Kilbride.
“Local officers attended and attempted to restrain the dog which was dangerously out of control.
“Armed officers subsequently attended and the dog was shot dead by police.
“Three people reported receiving minor injuries during this incident.
“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the breed of dog and there will be a continued police presence in the area while enquiries continue.
“As with any firearm discharge, the circumstances of the incident will be referred to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (PIRC).”
The news comes after an attack in Hamilton saw a similar dog shot dead after it hospitalised two men.
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