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Nova Scotia RCMP are reporting that a volunteer at the Nova Scotia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NS SPCA) has suffered serious injuries after being attacked by a dog.

According to police, the incident occurred at the NS SPCA’s location in Waterville, N.S. and the woman’s injuries are severe.

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The RCMP say that the woman was transported to the hospital by ambulance and that she may be transported by LifeFlight helicopter to a hospital in Halifax.

Radio chatter has confirmed that a LifeFlight helicopter has been dispatched to the Kentville area.

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The RCMP say that the dog has since been captured by animal control and RCMP officers.

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Their investigation is ongoing.