Massachusetts

Police Use Taser on Dog That Bit Officer

Police in Harwich, Massachusetts, say they had to use a Taser on a dog that attacked them Sunday night. 

Harwich police said they were conducting a well-being check at a North Harwich residence. 

After police gained access to the home, the dog bit an officer in the legs. 

A Taser was used to stun the dog, which was then secured. 

The subject of the well-being check was subsequently located and taken to Cape Cod Hospital. 

The officer was taken to Cape Cod Hospital as well and was treated and released. 

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