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Oro Valley Police: Man shoots dog at apartment complex

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Posted at 2:39 PM, Jan 05, 2024
and last updated 2024-01-08 16:26:58-05

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — According to the Oro Valley Police Department, a dog was rapidly approaching the man and children off-leash aggressively and was shot by an off-duty federal agent.

Since the shot was done in self-defense to protect himself and his two small children, no charges are expected.

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A man walking with his two young children at an apartment complex in Oro Valley shot a dog that ran at them, according to the Oro Valley Police Department.

The incident occurred at The Peak at Oro Valley Apartments, 8215 N Oracle Road.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Stay with KGUN 9 for further updates.

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