ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) – An officer is recovering after a dog bite in Ithaca.
On July 1, members of the Ithaca Police Department (IPD) were observing several people break down and vacate an unauthorized camping site on the south side of the city when they say a dog became aggressive.
The dog was allegedly attacking other dogs and its owner before charging the officer. According to IPD, a taser and pepper spray were used on the animal. The injured officer was transported to the hospital for treatment and is expected to make a full recovery. Animal Control seized all of the dogs.
No further information is being released at this time.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact IPD.
Police Dispatch: 607-272-3245
Police Administration: 607-272-9973
Police Tipline: 607-330-0000
Anonymous Email Tip Address: www.cityofithaca.org/ipdtips
