On Wednesday April 22, 2015, at 12:47PM, NYPD Officer Luis Ramos and his horse Pompey II were en-route to the 75 Precinct located at 1000 Sutter Ave.
While in the vicinity of 490 Essex Street a pit-bull charged at Pompey II biting the stallion in the right chest area and his inner left leg causing puncture wounds and abrasions. Officer Ramos was able to control Pompey II during the dog attack keeping the canine in front of the horse.
A second mounted officer, Police Officer Laurene Bove, witnessed the dog attack and came to his assistance with her horse Limerick causing the dog to retreat back into a yard at 490 Essex Street.
The owner of the pit-bull was located and he was able to secure the dog without incident. The pit-bull was then removed to the Center for Animal Care and Control located on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn pending further investigation.
Pompey II was taken back to the Troop E stable located on Brighton 3rd Street where his injuries will be treated by a veterinarian. Pompey II is expected to fully recover after a few days rest, he will also receive a few extra apples and carrots.
