DC officer fires shots at dog, toddler transported to hospital: police

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A toddler has been transported to a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries from a dog attack in D.C.

The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a dog attack in the 4500 block of Clermont Drive in Northeast around 10:23 a.m. Officials say an officer discharged their firearm at the dog. 

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According to officials, the dog is in the custody of Humane Rescue. 

This is a developing story that will be updated. Stay with FOX 5 for more information and updates. 

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