A Taylors Lakes man will be charged with assaulting a police dog, following a “dramatic” arrest at Airport West on Sunday.
Police say that a K9 unit witnessed a car ramming another car on Matthews Avenue.
When approached, the man challenged police and allegedly threatened to kill them with a firearm.
A dog deployed in the process of apprehending the alleged offenderwas punched several times.
The man continued to threaten police but was eventually taken in custody.
He is currently in a hospital under police guard having receiving a minor injury during the arrest.
Anyone with information is being ureged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
