In Leawood, Kansas, a dog with a leash dragging behind it caught a police officer's attention and set off a lifesaving response.
Here's what to know
The dog was barking in the middle of the street with its leash trailing behind it, as WKOW 27 News showed. The police officer followed the dog down the street for about half a block. He followed the dog and another dog toward the open garage, finding their owner lying on the ground, unable to get up. The person had been there for over three hours.
"The officer immediately called for medical assistance, and the victim is now recovering safely at home," the outlet stated.
Bodycam footage caught the dog's heroic actions.
What's being done?
The officer followed the dog after seeing it alone with a leash trailing behind it.
Leawood Police also released bodycam footage of the encounter, showing how the dog drew help and where the officer found the homeowner.
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