The Wicomico County Sheriff's Department was doing routine neighborhood patrols in Hebron this afternoon and knocking on some doors to see if anyone had see or heard anyone stealing Long & Foster signs.
One Deputy went to a residence, (I was there) where the owner opened the door and their Pit Bull/Mix broke loose from the owner and started attacking the Deputy. After being bit, the Deputy was able to kick the dog off of him, he spun around and came back to attack him again.
Unfortunately, in fear of his life, the Officer was forced to shoot the animal and he was killed. I have to tell you Ladies & Gentlemen, each and every Officer there was heartbroken. There simply was no choice.
Considering the circumstances, I did not take pictures. The Officer is at PRMC as we speak and this happened some time after 4:00 PM today.
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so if people get killed in a car accident, you take all sorts of pictures of the scene. if a dog is killed after attacking an officer, you don't take pictures. your standards are screwed up.
ReplyDeletegood thing it wasnt a girl scout delievering cookies!
ReplyDeleteGee Joe, you're damn if you do and damn if you don't! My heart goes out to the officer that had to make that decision! cj
ReplyDeleteThe officer did what he had to do under the circumstances. It is sad for all involved. Thank you Joe for not taking pictures.
ReplyDeletewas this on farm house drive. there is one house there whos dog was going to be shot by me if it ever left the owners yard.
ReplyDeleteas far as "shots fired" being an exclusive thing in hebron, nope, i shoot out there all the time.
I don't like dogs, but at least this one knew what to do when an asshole beats on your door.
ReplyDeleteJoe, Keep doing what you do! You should get paid for your time.....
ReplyDeleteYou should tell an officer to check the weirdo on the corner at the body shop. I used to be friends with him a few years back, and he would brag about doing stupid shit. He even bragged about taking 2 signs from 2 pieces he was looking at so know one else could get a shot at them. He got weird, so I cut all ties with him. I would be willing to bet he has something to do with it.
Joe, what is wrong with these people? ANONYMOUSE 5:35 PM, 9:01 PM man you all have your work cut out for you, dogging Joe.
ReplyDeleteJoe thanks for providing stories that never make it to the news.
To the officer, I hope you make a speedy recovery.
9:01-and wait till this asshole comes beating on your door...maybe you'll get what's coming to you? I hope it's me that pounds on your door.
ReplyDelete901 to bad you werent the dog you must be a criminal
ReplyDeleteI am beyond upset by the comments on this page. I cannot believe that a police officer doing his duty being attached by a dog. (trained by a demented person obviously) has illicited such comments, from citizens having their freedoms protected and paid for by taxpayers. I am sick to my stomach, are there really people who would say such things against Joe, nd the police? I cannot believe it. Really. I am shocked and saddened.
ReplyDeleteFYI The officer is doing fine. Luckily, he had on boots - the tops of which kept him from being severly bitten on his ankle and calf. However, he did sustain enough of a bite on his leg to have to endure the usual round of shots at the hospital. This is an outstanding officer and an all around great person. He has been shaken by this experience and feels terrible about what he had to do.
ReplyDeleteAs 5:46 said, good thing it wasn't a girl scout at the door !!!