On Friday June 23, Sierra Vista Police officers reacted to a report of a dog attack. Upon arrival to the street in between Meadowland Drive and Calle del Norte, officers discovered a dog assaulting a man in the yard of a residence on Calle del Norte.
Officers dispatched the dog and supplied help to the victim till medical help shown up. The 2nd victim, a female, was discovered behind the residence in the street. At the exact same time, a 2nd dog got in the yard where the very first victim was discovered. Officers dispatched the 2nd dog.
The female victim was 84-year-old Helene Jackson. She was required to Canyon Vista Medical Center, however died due to her injuries. Her dog was discovered dead near where she lay.
The male victim, 53-year-old Sam Sanches Jr., was transferred to Banner Medical Center in Tucson. Based on the latest update, he is still in crucial condition.
Three dogs were deceased after the occurrence and have actually been given Sierra Vista Animal Control for more examination. Anyone with info is asked to call SVPD Detective Thomas P. Ransford at (520) 452-7500.
