Yesterday in Emeryville, it turned chaotic when three loose pit bulls attacked outside the Pak ’n Save on San Pablo Avenue, injuring two shoppers and an Emeryville police officer.
The attack happened at about 8:50 AM. Three people were taken to a nearby hospital, including the officer, who suffered a significant bite to his leg. He was treated and later released. Alameda County Fire crews and Emeryville police officers responded to the scene.
How officers stopped the attack
According to The E’ville Eye, an Emeryville police officer arrived to find two people already being attacked by the dogs. The officer used a taser on one of the animals to break up the mauling.
Authorities then secured the three dogs and had them transported to the City of Berkeley Animal Care Services for detention and evaluation. Witnesses told reporters the scene rattled shoppers and drew a large emergency response to the area.
Investigation and tips
The Emeryville Police Department says the incident is still under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the department’s nonemergency line at (510) 596-3700, as listed on its public contact page. People experiencing an emergency should continue to call 911…