Halton Regional Police said one of its K9 dogs was injured after its paw touched a discarded firearm during a search investigation.
Police said the incident happened on Thursday when the dog was assisting an officer in finding discarded property in an outdoor area near Burlock Drive and Harvester Road.
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“The dog’s paw contacted a firearm which discharged resulting in the dog sustaining an injury to its foot,” police said.
The force said the dog recieved medical attention and is expcted to fully recover.
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There were no other injuries.
Two suspects were arrested in connection to the robbery.
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