Dixon boy killed by dog bite

Security company trying to contact victim of dog-bite

The dog's owner, a San Mateo police officer, pulled the animal off the child, who was his nephew, according to attorney Michael Rains. Rains said he was told by family members that the boy was talking, conscious and lucid after the attack and so the owner of the dog thought he was fine, only in need of a few stitches, and went to work. Alameda County fire spokeswoman Aisha Knowles confirmed Tuesday that the boy was alive when he was taken by ambulance to Lucile Packard Children's Hospital in Palo Alto. He was pronounced dead at the hospital shortly after 4 p.m., police said. "The preliminary investigation suggests it was a tragic accident but our detectives will continue to interview family, neighbors and first responders as is protocol in these types of cases," Horner said. "This is not a case of criminal liability. It's just a terrible accident.
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Dog bites man; search on for would-be burglar

Boyk Announces the Dangers of Dog Bites - WSET.com - ABC13 Member Center: Charles E. Boyk Announces the Dangers of Dog Bites Posted: This article was originally distributed via PRWeb. PRWeb, WorldNow and this Site make no warranties or representations in connection therewith. SOURCE: Attorney Charles Boyk reminds community of dog bite dangers as he has personally seen the aftermath of some of the most tragic dog bite attacks. Toledo, OH (PRWEB) June 20, 2013 The Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, LLC handles dog bite cases at their personal injury firm, and since dog bite season is in full swing, Attorney Charles Boyk would like to remind the community of the dangers that dogs pose. A study recently released by DogsBite.org shows that Molosser dogs are among the most dangerous type with startling statistics of death and injury related to them.
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Charles E. Boyk Announces the Dangers of Dog Bites

Prior to a dog bite , there are almost always warning signs - signs which a young child could easily miss, further, children should not be allowed to "ride" a dog like a horse. A relative has stated that the dog was an outside dog: "He played with kids, very obedient, he was never allowed in the house, stayed right at the door, so we never had any problems with him at all," Outside dogs are almost always less socialized than dogs who are allowed to live inside of the house, as part of the family. Monday's incident is undeniably tragic, but to focus solely on the breed, and the "sudden and unexpected" mystery of the attack is also tragic. Other dog bites - other fatal attacks - could be prevented if more people would exhibit responsible behavior around dogs. Any dog can bite - if provoked. According to the San Jose Mercury News, the dog involved in this incident was euthanized one day after the bite.
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Child dies after dog bite, the important details not to be overlooked

Hed just got in the house when she came home, the sheriff reported. She let the dog loose on him, and Skippy got some of him. So were still looking for a guy with a dog bite. The woman told police that the dog bit the man on the right leg, and the man fled the house. Kessler said he did not know the dogs breed, but the dog was apparently a biter. The suspect is described as a 6-foot tall black male with a medium build, wearing black sweatpants and a gray, hooded sweatshirt. Kessler said those with information on the break-in may contact the Sheriffs Department at 304-574-4216 or CrimeStoppers at 304-255-7867. Jessica Farrish A Fayette County man, who previously pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography charges was indicted Tuesday for allegedly failing to appear for a May 2012 sentencing hearing, announced United States Attorney Booth Goodwin.
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We have no way of contacting the woman as we would love to deal with the issue," said the manager, who asked not to be named. Explaining the need for the dog at the food establishment, he said it was a last-ditch effort to keep rowdy street boys at bay. He said it was only a few months ago that one of the guards was attacked and stabbed multiple times by vagrants. "The guard almost lost his life. He spent three weeks in hospital. A report was made to the police and they did nothing," he said, adding that the dog is at the site from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm daily.
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