Fatal dog-attack record — Anderson, SC
Authorities said a dog attacked a 5-month-old child and an adult at a home. The child was critically injured, airlifted, and died the next day. The adult suffered serious injuries and was released after treatment.
Incident summary
Authorities said a dog attacked a 5-month-old child and an adult at a home. The child was critically injured, airlifted, and died the next day. The adult suffered serious injuries and was released after treatment.
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Coroner reported multiple traumatic injuries and accidental manner of death; sheriff reported adult serious injuries.
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