An apparent electrical malfunction has killed two dogs in Toronto's east end, critically injured a third, and sent a police officer to hospital.
The electrocutions happened at the corner of Parliament Street and Queen Street East at about 2 p.m. Friday.
The dogs were walking on the sidewalk when they stepped on a metal cover that was apparently electrified.
A police officer who tried to lift the dog suffered burns to her hands.Courveau said it was a disturbing scene.