Police Dog Bites Bystander During Chase | Omaha News

A police K-9 in North Omaha bit a 63-year-old bystander during a high-speed chase, leaving him with dozens of stitches and requiring surgery. Robert Smith, who was mowing his lawn, didn’t realize the dog was a police animal until after it attacked — tearing his pants and causing severe injury. The dog was released by its handler during the pursuit of a suspect fleeing in a stolen SUV. Police are now investigating how the bite occurred, while Smith seeks compensation for medical bills and emotional trauma. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/314f4281e2988b63