A beloved police dog has escaped major injury after an officer’s car was set alight in Adelaide’s north-east over the weekend.

A dog operations patrol member had parked his car at Sussex Court in Oakden about 10.30pm on Sunday after responding to reports of a disturbance.

Shortly after arriving, a police member exited the car alongside PD Jax, while PD Gus remained in the car.

PD Gus did not require treatment following the fire. (SA POLICE)

“About 15 minutes later, the officer noticed a dark figure near the rear of the vehicle and saw something impact the rear open tailgate and burst into flames,” police said.

“The officer quickly approached the vehicle and put the fire out.

“Thankfully, PD Gus did not require treatment and was unaffected by the fire.”

Fire crews were called to the scene and the car suffered only minor damage.

Crime Scene officers attended to examine the car and investigations remain ongoing.

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