A man has appeared in court after a dog died and a man was left in hospital after being hit by a car in Greenock.
Emergency services were called to Belville Street after the man, who was walking a dog, was hit around 8.40pm on Friday.
The 28-year-old was taken to hospital and later released. The dog died at the scene.
Reece Stewart appeared at Greenock Sheriff Court on Tuesday, charged with attempted murder, causing assault to severe injury and permanent disfigurement.
The 27-year-old from Port Glasgow also faced charges under the Animal Health and Welfare Act, the Road Traffic Act, and the Misuse of Drugs Act.
He made no plea and was released on bail.
Detective inspector Nicky Beattie said: “I would like to thank the local community for their cooperation and support while we carried out our enquiries.”
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