ressive dog, and the distinction matters under both LAPD policy and the constitutional standard,  the suit states.

The woman whose dog was shot by LAPD officers right in front of her outside her Canoga Park home speaks out. Camilla Rambaldi reports for the NBC4 News at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said last month she is seeking a reevaluation of the LAPD's policies on the use of force and pets following the release of body-worn camera footage of the fatal shooting during the LAPD's emergency response to the Canoga Park apartment complex where officers were investigating reports of a woman screaming.

The woman turned out to be celebrating the New York Knicks' first NBA championship in 53 years.

 This shooting makes clear that while LAPD provides officers with written guidance on the use of force and pets, this is not enough,  Bass said in a statement, calling the shooting footage  disturbing and tragic. 

According to video footage and a department summary, officers responded at 8:55 p.m. June 13, to the 7500 block of Jordan Avenue after a neighbor reported hearing a woman repeatedly screaming, prompting a welfare check.

 She's been screaming 'Oh my god,' for 20 minutes, like something really bad happened,  the 911 caller said.

The footage shows officers contacting the resident at her apartment door and repeatedly asking her to secure a large dog that was barking at them.

 Oh, can you put your dog inside?  an officer is seen telling the resident.

 Jeez, that's a big a-- dog,  an officer is heard saying.

Another officer says,  I ain't getting bit by that, bro. 

The dog owner appears to tell officers that her dog is not  aggressive,  according to the video. Eric Leonard reports for the NBC4 News at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026.

According to the LAPD, the resident briefly closed the door before reopening it moments later. An officer again asked if the dog was put away.

 He's not aggressive,  she responded.

The department said the dog then emerged from the apartment, barked and charged toward an officer. Body-camera video shows an officer backing away. Seconds later, gunshots are heard and the dog collapses near the doorway, as the woman cries out,  No! 

The LAPD identified the dog as a 106-pound mixed breed. Marseille identified the animal as Jameson, a 2-year-old golden retriever-Saint Bernard and poodle mix. Jameson was wearing a Knicks shirt.

The suit says Labradoodles are known to be affectionate, energetic, intelligent, enthusiastic and eager. Their barking is considered to be moderate and they bark to attract attention and when stressed, the lawsuit states.

 Labradoodles are not considered dangerous or aggressive as to strangers, and Jameson was neither,  according to the complaint for unspecified damages.

The LAPD says the shooting occurred when the dog chased after an officer. This video was broadcast during the NBC4 News at 11 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

According to a GoFundMe page that had raised more than $248,214 as of Thursday afternoon, Marseille was screaming with joy after the Knicks clinched their first NBA title since 1973 by defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.

The police chief said the department has fielded numerous complaints following the shooting.

McDonnell said the investigation would take time, while acknowledging,  We at the LAPD know the community is hurting.

 LAPD officers face unknown dangers on a daily basis, but I expect them to exercise sound judgment, restraint and respect for life whenever possible. That expectation is reflected in our training, policies and specific guidance on encounters with dogs,  McDonnell's statement continued.  All those factors will be carefully reviewed as part of this investigation.