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Published: Jan. 6, 2026 at 7:15 PM EST FRANKLIN CO., Ala. (WAFF) - A sentencing hearing in the case of a woman convicted in two deadly dog maulings will now be rescheduled. Back in 2022, the two women were attacked by a pack of dogs a day apart and both women ultimately died. This, after people were left waiting all day when her attorney did not show up. Originally, Brandy Dowdy’s sentencing hearing was set for 9 a.m. on Tuesday, but now it’s having to be rescheduled. After hours of waiting, the judge over the case called everyone into the courtroom about 4:30 p.m. to provide an update. The judge said that Dowdy’s attorney had a medical emergency happen Tuesday morning and had to get treatment. FULL NEWS VIDEO The Franklin County Assistant District Attorney says this is frustrating for the victims’ families as most of them traveled from very far, including Washington state for this hearing. Family members of Summer Beard and Michelle Sheeks are beyond frustrated with … [Read more...]
Postal worker airlifted to hospital after dog attack in South Carolina Attack happened on worker’s route in Newberry County
By Luke Tucker Published: Oct. 17, 2025 at 7:22 AM ED NEWBERRY, S.C. (WBTV) - A postal worker in South Carolina was airlifted to the hospital after she was attacked by a dog while on her route late last week. The attack happened Saturday, Oct. 11, on Pope Street in Newberry County. Sister-station WIS reported that a pit bull attacked the woman, which caused her to rush back to her mail truck with the dog still after her. Once she got back in the vehicle, she called 911. After first responders arrived, she was found with severe injuries, and a decision was made to airlift her to the hospital. “She had injuries to her upper body and to her lower body,” Newberry County Sheriff Lee Foster told WIS. “I guess if there’s anything that could be blessed, is they didn’t get to her head.” WIS reported that a second dog was also at the attack scene, but was not believed to have been involved. Still, both dogs were being quarantined, with the owner’s cooperation. The sheriff … [Read more...]
Amazon driver found dead in front yard – Dog attack may have killed Amazon delivery driver, sheriff says
The driver’s name has not been released, as of Tuesday at 12 p.m.(KCTV5) By Greg Dailey Published: Oct. 25, 2022 at 1:52 PM EDT|Updated: 23 hours ago WOOD HEIGHTS, Mo. (KCTV) - An investigation is underway and two dogs are dead after an Amazon driver’s body was found in someone’s yard just outside of Excelsior Springs. Ray County Sheriff Scott Childers said that they received a call a little after 7 p.m. regarding an Amazon van that had been outside a residence for several hours. When deputies arrived at the scene in the O Highway in Wood Heights, they did find a man dead in someone’s front yard. It appeared that he was an Amazon driver, law enforcement said. Amazon released the following statement on the driver’s death: “We’re deeply saddened by tonight’s tragic incident involving a member of our Amazon family and will be providing support to the team and the driver’s loved ones. We are assisting law enforcement in their investigation.” The Ray County Sheriff’s … [Read more...]
Bulli Ray – Certified Women Owned!
WOSB Certification Granted! Congratulations! It is the decision of the Women’s Business Enterprise Council Florida to grant WOSB certification to ODBS Enterprises LLC. Bulli Ray - Dog Bite Prevention … [Read more...]
Illinois FedEx driver has arm amputated after dog attack!
CALHOUN COUNTY, Ill. (KMOV.com) June 9 2021 -- A FedEx delivery driver was critically injured when he was attacked by two American Bulldogs in rural Illinois. Police in Calhoun County, Illinois tell News 4 the FedEx driver was attacked north of Kampsville on Saturday. The worker had to have his left arm amputated below the forearm. He also sustained serious injuries to his right arm and both legs. The worker remains in a St. Louis hospital with significant injuries and is awaiting further surgeries. The brother of the victim said the two dogs busted through the home's front door when he was delivering a package. When the homeowner got home, the dogs were on top of the driver. … [Read more...]
Dog-Bites Soar at LA Animal Services – California
ANIMAL WATCH-GM Brenda Barnette let Assistant GM Tammy Watson announce the bad news at the LA Animal Services Board of Commissioners meeting that 94 dog bites/attacks occurred in LAAS animal shelters during 2019. This was up from 59 in 2018 and is more than a 59% increase. The victims were the public, volunteers, and employees. ARE DOG ATTACKS/BITES THE ‘NEW NORMAL’ AT LA CITY SHELTERS? Following is an excerpt from the official stats compiled by Los Angeles Animal Services: In 2018, 31 employees, 16 volunteers and 12 members of the public were bitten--6 of these injuries were "severe." In 2019, 39 employees, 32 volunteers (twice as many as in 2018) and 23 members of the public were victims of dog bites at LAAS shelters--8 were "severe" injuries. … [Read more...]
During coronavirus closures, what happens to animal shelters?
Corona virus equals more canine counters! Reportedly dog shelters are now empty. Animals provide great companionship and security. I’m sure everyone is thrilled these animals are leaving metal cages for new homes. More dogs will be in homes and yards for field employees to encounter. Making it difficult and dangerous for the employee to stay safe. Make sure your employees are trained to confront any and all dog scenarios. In the home, the yard or on the street. Provide your employee Dog Bite Safety training, PPE’s and good customer communication. If you have contact with the customer before arriving at the home, let them know it will be safer for the family dog to be put away. Are you asking? Do you have a dog? Where is the dog kept? Do you have a room or confined area to put the dog if the employee does enter the home or yard? Many customers won’t think twice about letting the dog out to interact with the employee. The adopted dog is even more dangerous, the owner has no idea how … [Read more...]
BO’S STORY… Bo was an Argentine Dogo!
Mitzi Robinson Bulli Ray - 04/21/2020 As many of you know who have participated in our programs, there is barely enough time to cover course content let alone get into story telling that supports that content based on our personal experiences with the dogs selected for our programs. In the weeks ahead, I will be writing about these “stories” and why we selected the animals that we did as well as how we saved other animals from being destroyed. Below, is the story of “Bo” our most popular dog in the history of our Occupational Dog Bite Safety Training Program. BO’S STORY… Bo was an Argentine Dogo! He came to us when he was 11 months old and through the years became the most requested and feared dog in our training program even though he never growled, barked, or took any bites on the jute sleeve. He rocked the field employees to their core. Why??? He was a true predatory animal. In other words, he was the silent attacker…a true opportunist. At 140 pounds, he was light on his feet … [Read more...]
National Fuel employees receive training on how to handle dangerous dogs-Bulli Ray
https://www.wivb.com/news/local-news/buffalo/national-fuel-employees-receive-training-on-how-to-handle-dangerous-dogs/ … [Read more...]
Dog Bite Attacks Increase in 2017 – Costs $700 Million
Dog Bite Claims Nationwide Increased 2.2 Percent; California, Florida And Pennsylvania Lead Nation In Number of Claims National Dog Bite Prevention Week Is April 8-14 Press Release An analysis of homeowners insurance data by the I.I.I. found that the number of dog bite claims nationwide increased to 18,522 in 2017, compared to 18,122 in 2016 – a 2.2 percent increase. The average cost per claim increased by 11.5 percent. The average cost paid out for dog bite claims was $37,051 in 2017, compared with $33,230 in 2016. Dogs provide millions of people with companionship, happiness and health benefits. But even dogs that are normally docile may bite when they are frightened or when defending their puppies, owners or food. To educate pet owners about how to prevent dog bites The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the United States Postal Service (USPS) and State Farm Insurance are joining together for National Dog Bite Prevention Week (April 8 -14). Dog bites … [Read more...]
