K9 shot during pursuit in Fort Lauderdale but expected to survive, suspect in stable condition

A K9 was shot after a police pursuit in Fort Lauderdale Saturday night.

The incident happened near Northwest 14th Court and 15th Avenue.

Officials from the Fort Lauderdale Police Department said that police were investigating a burglary at the home when the suspect attempted to flee, shooting the K9 in the process.

The dog was taken to a nearby emergency veterinary hospital, and is expected to survive.

The suspect was taken to Broward Health Medical Center to treat bites from another K9 on the scene.

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