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California woman mauled by pit bull, suffers life-threatening injuries
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- A pit bull attacked a woman in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood Tuesday morning, leaving her with life-threatening injuries; the attack occurred around 9:20 a.m. on Larkin Street.
- Police found the victim severely bleeding and the dog covered in blood; a bystander and an officer intervened to restrain the dog before medics rushed the woman to the hospital.
- The dog collapsed and died at the scene before animal control officers arrived, and its remains were taken for investigation.
- Authorities are investigating whether a medical condition or exposure to toxins may have caused the dog’s sudden violent behavior and death, with experts noting such factors can alter a dog's temperament.
- The victim remains in critical condition, and officials continue to probe the circumstances surrounding the attack and the dog's behavior.
