UNION TWP., Ohio — One man was arrested and two officers were taken to the hospital Saturday after a "neighbor dispute" in Union Township, said Lt. Josh Hines.
Around 10:15 a.m., Union Township officers responded to a residence in the 500 block of Clough Pike for what Hines said was a "neighbor dispute."
According to the complaint, officers arrested and charged David Chapman with two counts of felonious assault. Two officers were bit by a dog, causing serious injuries. Hines said the officers discharged their weapons and the dog was fatally shot.
The complaint stated when officers arrived on scene, they made contact with Chapman. Officers said Chapman pulled away while opening his door, allowing his dog to attack. Officers noted Chapman then shut his door and made no effort to control his dog.
One officer sustained an impact wound from one of the fired projectiles, according to the complaint. Both officers were taken to the hospital to be treated for their injuries.
The complaint further stated Chapman has a history of felonious assault on police officers, assault, threatening to allow his dog to attack other people and menacing.
Chapman is currently in the Clermont County Jail. His bond is set at $1,000,000 and his next hearing is on Jan. 10 at 1 p.m.
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