When police responded to a shoplifting call, Bates was found hiding. Officer Rezentes released the K-9 without warning, leading to a vicious attack.
Bates suffered severe injuries requiring over 200 stitches after the K-9 tore her scalp, resulting in a diagnosis of mild traumatic brain injury and PTSD.
The lawsuit stressed that K-9s can be extremely dangerous, likening them to lethal weapons that can inflict significant harm even with intended restraint.
Bates's case highlights serious implications for police dog use, raising urgent questions about accountability, training, and the use of force in law enforcement.
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