Police in central Sweden are searching for a dangerous dog that attacked officers and escaped into the woods. The incident occurred northwest of Klenshyttan outside Ludvika.
Authorities urge anyone who spots the animal to immediately call emergency services at 112.
Officers initially responded to a report of a threatening 65-year-old man in the area. Police arrested the man on suspicion of unlawful threats and weapons law violations.
During the arrest, the man's dog broke free and launched an attack on police. The animal then fled into nearby forested areas.
The escaped dog is described as a female with black and brown coloring and white around the neck. She wears a glittery collar according to police descriptions.
This incident highlights the challenges Swedish police face when dealing with potentially dangerous animals during routine operations. The search continues for the missing dog in the Ludvika area forests.