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Johnston Dog Ruled 'Vicious' - Is It Political?

Bryan Monaghan

Story Created: Aug 6, 2008 at 10:44 PM EST

Story Updated: Aug 7, 2008 at 12:14 PM EST

A local dogowner now has to keep her dog on a run in her yard, after a panel ruled the animal 'vicious'. This after her dog bit another dog walking by - which happened to be owned by the Mayor of Johnston.

Now, those who witnessed the incident say the dog punished in all of this may just be the victim of town politics.

ABC 6 News Reporter Jeremy Tung has the story.

Thursday, Aug 7 at 10:33 AM Carol wrote ...

typical RI politics as usual...shame on everyone involved..just typical nonsense and waste of taxpayers money...

Thursday, Aug 7 at 8:33 PM lisa wrote ...

My son was bit by our neighbors dog and the dog was not deemed vicious in fact he was given back to the owners without any restrictions and the dog bit another boy on our street in the face. Why is it that nothing was the first time this dog attacked a person not even another dog? It could have prevented another child from being bitten in the face.

Sunday, Aug 10 at 12:41 AM nicole wrote ...

Zack was riding in the back of Marcia's car when I met him the first time and was greeted only with kisses. Nothing vicious there!

Sunday, Aug 10 at 7:36 PM rick wrote ...

the political tyranny has to STOP !! The Abuse of power and position and the oppression it generates is at times palpable in Johnston.It's frightful when one stops and realizes this is a Free and Freedom loving Country!

Monday, Aug 11 at 10:54 AM Jay wrote ...

As a professional business person I have made deliveries at the property several times this year and have always been greeted by the dog in question in a very friendly normal way. Without question, this is a political motivated action! Jay Providence

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 11:36 AM Judy wrote ...

Are you kidding? This dog is the kindest, most friendly dog I have ever met in my life. He wouldn't harm anyone. You are pushing your power a little too much Mr Mayor, get a life!!

Friday, Aug 22 at 10:32 AM katy wrote ...

Could someone let the everyday person know how to go about getting an issue like this brought before a panel? Who knew? How many areas have dogs running around, barking & growling at people? The dog officer just tells them to keep them tied up. The next day their out again. Just looking for equal opportunity.

Friday, Oct 24 at 7:26 PM matt wrote ...

you should do one subject at a time not sad stories then happey stories.

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