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Bodycam video released in LAPD shooting of dog at Canoga Park apartment
By Jonathan Lloyd, Dennis Broad and Eric Leonard at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
What to KnowA 2-year-old golden Saint Bernard doodle named Jameson was shot and killed after LAPD officers responded to reports of screams at a Canoga Park apartment.The LAPD said shots were fired after the dog charged at them.Officers later learned the screams were in celebration of the New York...
Key takeaway The LAPD said shots were fired after the dog charged at them.
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The release of the bodycam video in the LAPD shooting of Jameson, a 2-year-old golden Saint Bernard doodle, has sparked outrage and concern among Los Angeles residents. The incident highlights the need for improved training for LAPD officers in handling situations involving animals, particularly in residential areas like Canoga Park. As the LAPD Internal Affairs Division investigates the shooting, the community will be watching closely to see how the department responds to the official citizen complaints that have been filed. The fact that the screams that prompted the officers' response were actually celebrations of a sports victory underscores the complexity of the situation, and the importance of de-escalation techniques in policing. The investigation's outcome will have implications for how the LAPD approaches similar situations in the future, and will be closely followed by residents who are concerned about public safety and animal welfare in their neighborhoods.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? What to KnowA 2-year-old golden Saint Bernard doodle named Jameson was shot and killed after LAPD officers responded to reports of screams at a Canoga Park apartment.The LAPD said shots were fired after the dog charged at them.Officers later learned the screams were in celebration of the New York...
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