A bulldog was shot dead by police after the animal attacked and injured two people in a residential street.
Greater Manchester Police cordoned off a number of roads in Leigh, Manchester on Saturday night after armed officers fatally shot the dog.
Two people were taken to hospital with injuries which required treatment, Manchester Evening News reports.
There was a large police presence on Hope Street, Holden Road and The Avenue following the incident.
Police said they are still trying to establish the full circumstances of the incident and no arrests have been made.
GMP confirmed the dog was shot by officers.
A spokesperson for the force said: "Police were called shortly after 10.50pm on Saturday, September 12 to reports of a disturbance on Hope Street in Leigh.
"Two people are understood to have been injured by a dog and required hospital treatment.
"Officers attended and the dog – a bulldog – was put down at the scene.
"No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing."
One resident, who lives in the area, described hearing the moment police shot the dog.
The neighbour, who wanted to remain anonymous, said: "It is just so sad.
"I do not think I will ever forget the noise of the shots."
