Owner arrested over fatal Yuen Long dog attacks, killer dog may be euthanised if not reclaimed

The owner of a large dog suspected of fatally attacking two smaller dogs in Yuen Long has been arrested, according to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD). The incident occurred at Dot Park, a pet-friendly dog park near Yoho Mall, on Monday. The AFCD stated that the dog in question was observed at an animal management center following the arrests and collection of a statement.

Mei Mei, a Bichon Frisé, was one of the victims of the fatal attacks. The dog, described as large, brown, unaccompanied, and weighing 60 kg, wore a collar but lacked a leash or muzzle. Another poodle was reportedly attacked by the same dog earlier that day at a public transit hub near the mall. Assistant Director Jackie Yip of the AFCD mentioned that authorities are discussing with the owner whether to keep the dog or hand it over to the government for potential euthanasia.

If the dog is deemed a "known dangerous dog," it must be muzzled, leashed, and desexed, or face destruction if it poses a public hazard.