Boston Police Fire at Dog Near Marathon Finish

Boston police fired a gun at Maggie May, a 9-month-old Staffordshire bull terrier, during a confrontation near the Boston Marathon finish line after responding to a call to remove unhoused individuals outside the Boston Public Library. Police said the dog, belonging to Danielle and Kassi Michalsky, became protective and allegedly knocked an officer down, prompting the use of a firearm, though the dog was not struck. Maggie May fled and was pursued by police, who subdued her with multiple Taser deployments before animal control took custody. The owners maintain that their dog was not aggressive but only protective. No injuries or arrests were reported, but the incident, which occurred during marathon preparations, has drawn public scrutiny and remains under investigation.