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Owner rescued by police after jumping in river to save dog

By The Editor   20th Oct 2020

There were dramatic scenes on Richmond Riverside earlier as a man got stuck in the water after jumping in after his dog.

It all unfolded near Tide Tables by Richmond Bridge.

Thankfully, the police were on hand and able to provide assistance.

South Richmond Police posted about the incident on social media. Click through the photo carousel at the top of this page to see more pictures.

"A dog had fallen into Richmond river, with the owner jumping in after. Both stuck and unable to get out.

"With the help of the public, we all managed to rescue them.

"And I have a new friend 'Millie' "

Well done to that officer!

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