It happened on the 1500 block of North 62nd Street.
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Officers say when they arrived at the scene, several dogs were found attacking a man.
An officer discharged his weapon, striking two of the canines.
The victim was transported to Lankenau Hospital, where he was listed in critical condition.
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Authorities say the officer involved was not injured.
A spokesperson with ACCT Philly told Action News one dog died and the other is in critical but stable condition.
No further information has been released on this incident.