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By ActionNewsJax.com News Staff January 23, 2026 at 4:15 pm EST CLAY COUNTY, Fla. — The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident involving two deputies after they were hospitalized following a dog attack on Thursday afternoon, says the sheriff’s office. According to CCSO, deputies were called to the 300 block of Foxtail Avenue in Middleburg at 6:15 p.m. due to reports of a verbal disturbance and gunshots heard in the area. Deputies say they heard a woman yelling inside a vehicle on the property and were met by a woman and three large-breed dogs after approaching. Deputy Riley was attacked by one of the dogs. He struck and killed the dog after he attempted to escape. CCSO says he sustained serious injuries. The woman, identified as Vichelle Rigney, charged at deputies and made verbal threats. Deputies Megowan and Engelthaler detained Rigney while trying to shield Deputy Riley from the other dogs. Rigney was arrested for Resisting Law Enforcement … [Read more...]
El Paso passes new rules for ‘aggressive,’ ‘vicious’ dogs
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso City Council voted Tuesday to adopt two new ordinances aimed at preventing dog attacks and improving safety for residents, pets and Animal Protection Officers. During the Jan. 20 meeting, council members approved adding two new classifications — Aggressive Dogs and Vicious Dogs — to the city’s animal laws. Representatives Cynthia Boyar Trejo and Lily Limón were absent from the vote. City officials said the changes are designed to close gaps in existing ordinances, particularly involving animal-to-animal attacks and dogs that pose a risk while roaming freely. “This was designed with that gap of the law in mind for animal-to-animal exposures,” Assistant City Attorney Carlos L. Armendariz said. “We designed it to keep our pets and community safe from animals that have negative tendencies or behaviors.” FULL STORY … [Read more...]
Women found guilty of manslaughter & criminally negligent homicide, two women were attacked by a pack of dogs a day apart and both women ultimately died
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...]
Ensuring Safety Around Dogs During the Holidays
Kids Are Home for the Holidays** • With children around, the risk of unintentional dog escapes increases, as they might inadvertently let the dog out while you're on the property. An Increase in Dogs in Your Service Areas • The holiday season brings friends and family visiting with their dogs, which means you’ll encounter more dogs in the yards you service. Unpredictable Behavior of Visiting Dogs • It’s crucial to remember that you cannot predict how these visiting dogs will react when interacting with your customers' pets. Potential Dangers Posed by Children • Children might come outside with an aggressive dog, escalating the risk of a dangerous encounter. Always Carry a Protective Tool • Dogs instinctively bite whatever they encounter first. For your safety, always carry a protective item, such as a dog stick or a pop action umbrella, instead of using your hands, arms, or legs. This is especially important near major arteries, ligaments, tendons, and … [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...]
ASSP Article July 2025 OCCUPATIONAL DOG BITE SAFETY Tips for Preventing Dog Bites in the Workplace By Mitzi Robinson
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Shelter worker mauled to death by 2 rescue dogs in Mississippi
News out of Mississippi© USA TODAY An animal shelter employee was mauled to death by two dogs rescued from a dog-fighting ring in Mississippi, according to multiple reports, citing local police and officials. Clifford Phillips Jr., 57, died July 18 as he attempted to put a dog in a pen, which already had another dog in it at the Second Chance Animal Alliance in Water Valley, about 85 miles south of Memphis. "A dog was already in a pen, and he was trying to put another dog in there, and the other dog tried to run out, and he tried to hold him off with his foot and that dog grabbed his leg, pulled him down," Woods told the media outlet. "And then the other dog jumped in with him." Second Chance Animal Alliance 'devastated by this loss' While it is unclear what provoked the dogs into attacking Phillips, the shelter, mourned the employee's death and said it was "devastated by this loss." Phillips had worked at the shelter for two years, according to WREG. The shelter said … [Read more...]
Volusia County woman attacked by 2 dogs while delivering food to Ormond Beach, FL home
By Annabelle Sikes Thu, July 10, 2025 A Volusia County woman was allegedly attacked by two dogs while delivering food to an Ormond Beach home. Records show the woman had to have multiple surgeries after being bitten on her hand, arm and leg. Volusia County Animal Services is currently still holding the dogs, as they are designated as dangerous. ORMOND BEACH, Fla. - A Volusia County woman was seriously injured after being attacked last month by two dogs while delivering food to an Ormond Beach home, records show. What we know Records show that Volusia County Animal Services received a call for a dog bite on June 20 at a home in Ormond Beach after a woman was taken to the hospital. When officials arrived at the home, they said they found a large amount of blood as well as a hose lying on the ground with the water running. A dog was also seen inside a crate, and both the dog and the crate appeared to be wet. One of the owners of the home said she was … [Read more...]
FedEx worker may lose her leg following ‘vicious’ dog attack while walking to work!
PORTLAND, Ore. KGW.COM A 68-year-old Fed Ex Worker is recovering in the hospital after being attacked by a dog while walking to work near Northeast 7th and Broadway on March 27 in Portland. The woman has now undergone three surgeries after her leg was severely injured in the attack, by what Multnomah County said was a pit bull. The victim, Javonnie Johnson, claims that the dog was owned by a homeless person. Her daughter, LaShunda Johnson, expressed her relief over her mother's survival in an interview on Wednesday, saying she was just happy her mother was alive. The Portland Police Bureau stated in their incident report that a friend of the dog's owner intervened to stop the attack. Upon arriving at the scene, officers requested the assistance of Multnomah County Animal Services, who seized the dog. Attorney Alexander Cambier, with Kafoury and McDougal, outlined the steps for those who find themselves in similar situations. "Best thing to do, obviously, is after … [Read more...]
DoorDash driver mauled by 2 dogs in DeFuniak Springs, FL
News story from wkrg.com: https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/doordash-driver-mauled-by-2-dogs-in-defuniak-springs/ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Jkbkg_izTQ Mitzi Robinson Dog Bite Prevention training expert comments on this story. Door Dash Drive Attacked Northwest Florida This situation commonly occurs when dogs build aggression at the front door, often unknowingly encouraged by their owners. If you have large dogs with strong defensive instincts, this scenario might be in your future. To protect yourself, consider putting your dogs away before answering the door. Unfortunately, most delivery personnel are often terrified of dogs due to frequent confrontations at the front door. Their fear typically leads them to scream and back away, which signals submission to the dogs. As a result, the dogs may feel compelled to drive the visitor away from their territory. If the dogs are allowed to act aggressively toward visitors, their aggression can … [Read more...]
