SUMTER, S.C. (WIS) – An Easter early morning dog attack sent a lady to the medical facility in Sumter.
Investigators from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Department said dispatchers got a call at around 6 a.m. Sunday about a lady near the 900 block of Oswego Highway being assaulted by dogs.
SCSO said the female is a homeowner of the location and was walking near her home. Investigators said there is presently no indicator she provoked the animals.
Deputies discovered 2 dogs assaulting the female in a ditch. One of the dogs got away when the deputies approached and shouted. The 2nd dog launched the female. Investigators said it relied on assault the deputies, who shot and killed it.
The female is badly hurt and was required to Prisma Tuomey Hospital. Investigators said the dogs are thought to be pit bulls.
Animal Control is helping in the look for the 2nd animal, at the time of composing it has actually not lain. The animal is referred to as brown and white. Investigators are prompting the general public to call 911 right away if they see a loose and aggressive dog in the location.
Deputies are examining the close-by location to identify the owner(s) of the animals. They said they have actually found a thought owner and possible charges are being thought about. Sheriff Anthony Dennis said, “This is preventable and intolerable. Dogs must not be allowed to roam freely.”
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