A police officer was rushed to hospital after he was bitten by a dog he was handling in Juja, Kiambu County.
The officer, a trained dog handler, was on patrol with the canine when it reportedly attempted to attack a civilian.
According to police, the handler managed to restrain the animal, but it became aggressive and turned on him, biting him on the right leg.
The dog was later subdued and returned to its kennel, while the injured officer was taken to hospital where he received anti-rabies treatment.
Police did not immediately disclose the condition of the officer following the incident.
