Frightened German Shepherd rescued from River Wear by brave hero who waded in chilly waters
A beloved lost pet was rescued from the River Wear by a heroic passer-by who came to the animal’s aid.
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Northumbria Police has praised members of the public who played a part in bringing the German Shepherd, who has now been reunited with his owner, to safety.
The frightened dog ran in front of drivers on the Washington Highway early on Tuesday, March 10.
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One brave member of the public then waded in to the water and helped pull the dog from the water just before officers arrived at the scene.
PC Steven Hackett added: “We are immensely grateful to every member of the public who stopped to help this morning and especially grateful to the early morning commuter who braved the cold to rescue the dog.”