LA leaders back investigation into police killing of two-year-old dog
Summary
Los Angeles police officers shot and killed a two-year-old dog named Jameson after responding to a noise complaint about a woman celebrating a basketball win. The city’s mayor and local leaders have called for a full investigation into the incident.Key Facts
- Police were called about a “screaming woman” in Canoga Park, which was actually celebration noise for the New York Knicks winning a championship.
- Officers found a woman with a large dog that was barking at them. When the dog came out, it charged at an officer and was shot.
- The dog, Jameson, was shot twice and killed. His owner, Marie Marseille, said the dog was not aggressive.
- Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass asked police to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation.
- City councilmember Nithya Raman called for police to release body camera footage quickly.
- A GoFundMe fundraiser for Jameson has raised over $170,000, well above the goal of $10,000.
- The incident has raised concerns about police response and public safety in Los Angeles.
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