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Deputy Kicks Dog Amid Safety Concerns During Arrest

2/7/2026

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  • The U.S. Marshals Service addressed video of a Memphis Safe Task Force deputy kicking a dog during an arrest on February 4.
  • The agency said the dog escaped from an apartment and aggressively approached their K9.
  • The owner did not restrain the dog despite instructions, prompting a split-second safety decision by the deputy.
  • Memphis leash laws require dogs to be restrained at all times, underscoring the need for control.