Missouri Cop Shoots Blind Dog: Lawsuit Filed! Officer Myron Woodson

Should a police officer's split-second decision regarding a potentially dangerous animal lead to a courtroom battle? The city of Sturgeon, Missouri, and one of its officers, Myron Woodson, are now facing a lawsuit alleging the unlawful killing of a beloved family pet, igniting a firestorm of controversy and raising serious questions about police training and the use of force.

Nicholas Hunter filed the lawsuit on Tuesday in the Western District Court of Missouri, naming both Officer Myron Woodson and the City of Sturgeon as defendants. The suit stems from an incident involving Hunter's dog, Teddy, a 13-pound blind and deaf Shih Tzu. Hunter alleges that Officer Woodson's actions violated his Fourth Amendment rights, resulting in the tragic and unnecessary death of his companion. The incident has sparked outrage, with many calling for Officer Woodson's termination and demanding accountability for the city's handling of the situation.

Category Details
Name Myron Woodson
Occupation Police Officer
Department Sturgeon Police Department, Sturgeon, Missouri
Year Joined Department 2022
Controversy Fatal shooting of a blind and deaf dog named Teddy while responding to a call about an injured animal at large.
Legal Action Sued by Nicholas Hunter, the owner of Teddy, for unlawful seizure and destruction of property, alleging violation of Fourth Amendment rights.
Public Reaction Facing widespread criticism and calls for termination, with an online petition garnering over 43,000 signatures as of Tuesday morning.
Department's Response City officials are defending Officer Woodsons decision, citing the officer's perception of the dog's behavior and potential threat.
Evidence Bodycam footage shows Officer Woodson attempting to capture Teddy with a catch pole. The footage has been widely circulated and criticized.
Reference Link Missouri State Highway Patrol
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cop Myron Woodson with the Sturgeon Missouri police dept SHOOTS A BLIND

cop Myron Woodson with the Sturgeon Missouri police dept SHOOTS A BLIND

Outrage in small Missouri town as cop shoots and kills tiny blind, deaf

Outrage in small Missouri town as cop shoots and kills tiny blind, deaf

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