Two dogs named Marshall and Millions have passed away, and social media is abuzz with news of their tragic death at the hands of the Metropolitan Police.
Reports say the incident occurred after a man and his two bulldogs allegedly attacked a woman and her pet dog in east London.
After the police were alerted, a group of officers headed to the scene to have the man surrender the dogs.
Video footage of the incident showed the officers wielding a catcher pole, riot shield, and a gun.
The man tried to walk away, but he was tasered, and the officers fired a bullet into the dogs, killing them.
The Met Police defended the officers' actions, citing the dogs' aggressive behavior and the significant threat they posed.
"Officers attended the location where the aggressive behaviour of two dogs was of considerable concern and posed a significant threat to them," Met spokesperson said according to BBC.
"This is never an easy decision for any officer to take, but police have a duty to act where necessary before any further injury is caused," the statement continued," it added.
The incident sparked outrage on social media, with many people expressing their condemnation of the officers' actions.
The more that comes out about the shooting of Marshall and Millions, the harder it gets for @MPSTowerHam to defend their actions.
— Protect All Wildlife (@ProtectWldlife) May 12, 2023
The dogs were NOT posing a threat!!
Video Credit: imjustlesta_ (Instagram). pic.twitter.com/1Yd9lcwEWI
Marshall and Millions 😭🐶🐾 there is only one dangerous breed: HUMAN! 😢 anong laban ng aso sa baril!!?! I wish John Wick is real 😡😔 pic.twitter.com/owgBu6UhtY
— A 🤎 (@je9berns) May 17, 2023
All dogs go to heaven because they’re already angels on earth. Rest easy, sweet babies. Justice for Marshall and Millions!
— Jacey⚡ (@jaceymntg) May 17, 2023
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Marshall and Million were two beloved dogs who were taken from us too soon. Their deaths are a tragedy, but their memory will live on. They will be remembered for their love, their joy, and their loyalty. We will never forget them. #MarshallandMillions #RIP pic.twitter.com/hCddMZhKlL
— Jerson Chavez (Niji) (@Lolomoartist) May 17, 2023
