From California Post · · 1m 10s
San Diego Police Dog Burned in Shooting
A suspect set a police K-9 on fire during a San Diego standoff, leading to a fatal shooting.
In brief
A suspect set a police K-9 on fire during a San Diego standoff, leading to a fatal shooting. A suspect tried to burn a police K-9 and adult bookstore in San Diego before dying after an officer-involved shooting. Originally reported by California Post.
San Diego Standoff
A police K-9 was burned after a suspect allegedly tried to torch the dog and an adult bookstore during a wild San Diego standoff that ended with police gunfire.
Suspect's Actions
The suspect used a makeshift blow torch against three police officers and burned a K-9 officer named Ryder before setting himself on fire.
K-9 Injury
Ryder was treated for burns to his face and later released from the veterinary hospital, expected to make a full recovery.
Officer Injuries
Three officers received burns by unknown means and were taken for emergency medical treatment.
Suspect's Death
The suspect was taken to a hospital and later pronounced dead after setting himself on fire.
Shooting Outcome
The shooting is being investigated by the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office with the suspect dead and K-9 expected to recover fully.
Here's the gist
A suspect tried to burn a police K-9 and adult bookstore in San Diego before dying after an officer-involved shooting.
