A police officer's account of shooting a miniature donkey has been released. The donkey, a year-old animal, was killed during a search for a missing girl. An investigation is underway and the officer involved has been placed on leave.

Details of the incident are provided in a report written by the officer. The search was being conducted with a K-9 unit when horses became frightened and ran away.

Further information about the incident can be found through Channel 2 Action News, which initially reported on the donkey's death and has obtained the officer's report.