Man arrested for kissing sniffer dog

A patron at the Mean Fiddler Hotel in Rouse Hill, Australia, tried to pat and kiss a police drug dog. As a result of his actions, he has been charged with several offences.

The man, 25, of St Marys, was in the pub at 8.45pm on January 24 when police dog Bodie and his handler walked through. Police allege the man became aggressive when asked to leave the dog alone and capsicum spray had to be used to subdue him.

He was charged with assaulting a police officer, resisting a police officer and failing to leave licensed premises when directed.



Hills crime manager Det-Chief Insp Wayne Murray said that police were conducting an operation and securing the licensed premises. ``We will allege the accused tried to kiss or touch the dog,’’ he said.

``The dog handler moved in and got between the man and the dog while other police came in to protect Bodie. The police dog is considered to be part of the policing contingent and the same security measures are taken as if it was a police officer.’’

Det-Chief Insp Murray said this incident wasn’t a regular occurrence and if their space is invaded, the police would take action. The man will face Parramatta Local Court on Friday, February 5.