Detroit woman, 68, hospitalized after east-side dog mauling
The victim’s family said she suffered major blood loss after multiple dogs attacked her outside her home.
Incident summary
A 68-year-old Detroit woman was hospitalized after being mauled while outside her home on the city’s east side. Her family told Local 4 she lost significant blood before reaching the hospital, and a nearby Good Samaritan came to her aid after hearing her cries.
The source reviewed did not establish charges or a final animal-control disposition.
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Local 4 reported that Rita Emery, 68, was hospitalized after an attack outside her Detroit home. Her son described substantial blood loss and identified the attacking dogs as pit bulls.
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