In Pervomaisk, Mykolaiv region, police successfully rescued a 9-year-old boy from an aggressive dog attack. They had to use firearms to neutralize the animal.

On April 15, the police received a report about a German shepherd that was attacking passersby in the streets of the city, as reported by the Mykolaiv regional police.

Upon arriving at the scene, response officers witnessed the dog attacking the boy.

"The officers attempted to fend off the dog from the child, but it continued to pose a real threat to his life. In order to save the boy from the aggressive animal, the police had to use their firearms to incapacitate the dog," police officials stated.

The police explained that current legislation allows officers to use firearms against animals that threaten the life or health of people.

As a result of the attack, the boy sustained minor injuries, including abrasions and bruises. He was taken to the hospital for necessary medical care, and his life is no longer in danger.

Authorities determined that the dog belonged to a 40-year-old local resident. The man stated that the dog had escaped from his private property. An administrative protocol was drawn up against the dog owner for violating the rules of keeping dogs and cats.

The penalty under this article can reach a fine of up to 3400 hryvnias.