ILLINOIS -- A Warren County deputy on Thursday was forced to destroy a pit bull after the dog attacked him at a residence.
The deputy, who’s name is not being released, responded to a domestic disturbance around 7:30 p.m. Thursday at a residence on South Main Street in Roseville.
The deputy was met at the door of the residence by a pit bull dog, which attacked the deputy and chased him into the street. The deputy was forced to destroy the animal.
The deputy was treated for injuries and released at OSF Holy Family Medical Center in Monmouth. He is expected to be able to resume normal duties.
The Warren County Animal Control Officer was called to the scene to assist in investigating the incident.
Larry Easton, 53 of Roseville, was arrested for domestic battery at the scene. He was subsequently lodged in the Warren County jail awaiting a bond hearing.
(Galesburg Register-Mail - July 13, 2012)
