Police: Man unleashed pit bull dog to attack officer

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Authorities say a man caught up in a reported domestic violence incident in New Mexico unleashed his pit bull dog to attack a responding police officer. Court records show charges were filed Friday against Anthony Blackshear, including felony aggravated assault and battery on a police officer. Police say they were called on a report that Blackshear had beaten his girlfriend at home. He was riding his bicycle in the area with the dog when officers approached him. Police say that's when Blackshear unleashed the pit bull. The officer was bitten on the wrist, requiring the wound to be treated. An attorney for Blackshear couldn't immediately be found.