Two officers were attacked by a dog during an arrest in Brooklyn Center, prompting another officer to discharge a firearm, officials say.

BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. — Two officers sustained injuries after a dog attacked them during an attempted arrest of a reported trespasser. 

According to the Brooklyn Center Police Department, officers were responding to a report of theft and trespassing at a business in the 6900 block of Brooklyn Boulevard around 10:45 a.m. on Sunday.



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Callers reported to authorities that the individual inside had a large dog with him and noted that the dog was roaming free in the building. 

Upon arrival, officers said they located the suspect outside the store. According to authorities, the man was initially cooperating and provided identifying information. 

Officials say they learned that the individual had two outstanding arrest warrants. 

At some point, officials note that the person became uncooperative and attempted to walk away despite multiple warnings that he was under arrest, according to police. 

Authorities say that the suspect used his dog and a skateboard to resist arrest. According to the Brooklyn Center Police, he used his skateboard to block officers and avoid getting tased.

Officials say that a Taser was deployed six times, and officers used 40 mm less-lethal rounds in an attempt to arrest the individual. The suspect was eventually restrained.

During the struggle, authorities say the dog attacked two officers, prompting another officer to discharge a firearm. 

Officials report that a gunshot struck the dog, who ran away but was located later a short distance away.  Authorities say the dog was taken to an emergency veterinary clinic, where the dog died despite life-saving efforts. 

The two officers, who sustained injuries from the dog attack, received appropriate treatment and are expected to return to duty, officials say. 

According to police, the suspect was taken to a local hospital for an evaluation and then booked into jail on outstanding warrants and additional charges regarding the incident.