London man attacks pedestrian, steals dog: police

A London man has been arrested after attacking a person out for a walk with their dog and stealing the furry friend.

The London Police Service responded to a robbery in the south end of the city over the weekend.

Shortly before 10:40 p.m. on July 27, police say a man walking his dog in the area of Base Line Road West and Cotswold Gate was approached by an unknown male.

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The suspect male reportedly told the man to give him his dog and the two became involved in an argument.

Police say the suspect brandished a pair of pliers and struck the victim several times before taking the dog and fleeing on foot.

A citizen in the area called 911 and described the suspect to police.

Officers were able to locate and arrest the suspect a short distance away without the dog.

The victim sustained serious non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital by paramedic services.

The dog was later found at the suspect’s home and was reunited with the victim.

As a result of the investigation, a 30-year-old London man has been charged with one count of robbery.

The accused appeared in court on Wednesday.

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