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Officer Shoots Dog, No Charges | Winnipeg News
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A Manitoba police officer won’t face charges after shooting and killing a dog during an arrest attempt — despite the Crown calling his actions “concerning.” The officer returned to the home after being bitten by the chained dog, grabbed a carbine rifle, and shot the animal. Though the homeowner reportedly gave permission, believing euthanasia was inevitable, investigators found no legal basis for prosecution under either the Criminal Code or Animal Care Act. The IIU’s civilian director declined to authorize charges, while the First Nations Police Service deemed lethal force justified but recommended better training for officers.
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