5-Year-Old California Girl Killed by Family's Rottweiler Dogs

Dogs taken into custody by Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control

Two Rottweiler dogs involved in the attack were licensed and up-to-date on vaccinations (Representational Image: Unsplash)

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10 Dec 2024, 10:26 am

A tragic incident occurred in Los Angeles County, California, where a 5-year-old girl was fatally mauled by the family's Rottweiler dogs in their backyard. According to authorities, the attack happened on December 8, 2024.

Key points:

5-year-old girl fatally mauled by family's Rottweiler dogs in Los Angeles County
Incident occurred in the family's backyard
Authorities received distress call around 10:30 a.m. on December 8, 2024
Girl pronounced dead at the scene despite attempts to save her
Two Rottweiler dogs involved in the attack were licensed and up-to-date on vaccinations
Investigation underway to determine circumstances surrounding the attack
Dogs taken into custody by Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control.

Despite attempts to save her, the girl was pronounced dead at the scene (Representational Image: Unsplash)

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department received a distress call, regarding a child being attacked by dogs. Deputies and paramedics rushed to the scene, where they found the girl suffering from severe injuries. Despite attempts to save her, the girl was pronounced dead at the scene.

The family's two Rottweiler dogs, which were reportedly owned by the girl's family, were involved in the attack. Authorities confirmed that the dogs were licensed and up-to-date on their vaccinations. Neighbors expressed shock and sadness over the incident, describing the family as loving and responsible pet owners.

All four dogs have been impounded at the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is currently conducting an investigation into the matter.

Christopher Valles, Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control Manager

The child has had contact with the dogs her entire life (Representational Image: Unsplash)

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control has taken custody of the dogs, which will be quarantined and evaluated to determine their fate. Authorities are also reviewing the incident to determine if any charges or citations will be filed.

The dogs were described as family pets, the child has had contact with the dogs her entire life

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau Lt. Steven De Jong

Experts stress the need for parents and caregivers to educate themselves on dog behavior and safety precautions to prevent such tragedies. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the attack.

Reference:

"California Family Rottweiler Dogs 5-Year-Old Girl." USA Today. December 9, 2024. Accessed December 8, 2024. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/12/09/california-family-rottweiler-dogs-5-year-old-girl/76863317007/.

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