Dog Shot Dead by Police After Man Suffers ‘Serious’ Injuries

Liam Cooper

Published: 11:21 pm January 23, 2024

Updated: 11:40 am October 8, 2025

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A man is in serious condition in the hospital after being attacked by a “large bulldog-type dog,” which was subsequently shot dead by police in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire.

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The incident unfolded at approximately 5 pm, prompting a response from firearms officers as the dog was reported to be dangerously out of control.

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