Dystopian video shows goons attacking police dog on Chicago subway’s notorious Red Line
A video shared on social media on 17 October shows men confronting Chicago Transit Authority officers at the 69th Street station and one kicking a leashed K-9 dog. The incident has renewed attention on safety and the treatment of dogs used on the Red Line.
The CTA introduced K-9 teams in 2022 through contractor Action K-9, with each team comprising a dog and two unarmed guards. The article says the initial deal was worth $30.9 million and a later two-year city contract cost $89.6 million; an ABC 7 investigation reported 133 customer complaints involving Action K-9 since 2022.
- Video shows a man kicking a CTA K-9 dog.
- The incident took place at 69th Street station.
- ABC 7 reported 133 complaints involving Action K-9 since 2022.