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Fatal Dog Attack Claims Life of 62-Year-Old Woman in Walnut Park Neighborhood
Animal Control has taken custody of three dogs believed to be involved.
ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI – Authorities are investigating a fatal dog attack that occurred late Wednesday night in the Walnut Park neighborhood. A 62-year-old woman, who was reportedly hearing impaired, tragically lost her life after being mauled by multiple dogs in her backyard.
The incident unfolded in the 5900 block of Theodore Avenue.
Police initially responded to reports of a shooting around 11:45 p.m. but quickly discovered the nature of the emergency upon arrival.
Officers found the woman under attack by several dogs.
The victim’s husband reportedly attempted to intervene during the attack but was unable to fend off the animals.
Responding officers used mace to drive the dogs away and managed to move the injured woman into her home.
Emergency responders provided life-saving measures, including the application of tourniquets, before transporting her to a local hospital.
Tragically, despite undergoing surgery, the woman succumbed to her injuries.
The dogs fled the scene after the attack but were later located at another residence on the same block.
Animal Control has taken custody of three dogs believed to be involved.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is leading the investigation. The dogs’ owner has not been identified publicly, and authorities have not yet determined whether charges will be filed.
This tragic incident has left the local community shaken. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
WALKER COUNTY, Ala. — Alabama State Troopers are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that claimed the life of a 63-year-old man Thursday evening in Walker County.
Authorities identified the victim as Roger D. Naramore, a resident of Nauvoo, Alabama.
The collision occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Alabama Highway 5, approximately five miles north of Jasper.
According to Senior Trooper Gregory Corble, Naramore was operating a Suzuki VZ800 motorcycle when he collided with a Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by 32-year-old Kayla House.
Emergency personnel responded to the scene, but Naramore was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of his injuries.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.