Seven people are recovering after being attacked by two dogs in Plano. Police say the incident began at the Park Springs Townhomes off Alma Drive Sunday at about 7:15 p.m. when the dogs escaped from a nearby townhome. After they attacked six people, including a 5-year-old girl, Plano police officers chased them to a nearby park where one officer was attacked. Another officer then shot and killed one of the dogs. The other dog returned home and was quarantined by Animal Control officers.The police officer who was attacked was taken to a local hospital with a minor leg injury. The other six victims have minor injuries. Police say the dogs, described as shepherd mixes, have been known to be aggressive in the past. It is unknown whether charges are pending for the dogs’ owner at this time.

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