Dog Kills Person in 15-Year US Fatality Data

According to 15-year US fatality data, a dog killed a person in the United States.

Between 2005 and 2020, there were 521 dog bite-related fatalities in the US.

Most victims were male.

The majority of fatalities occurred between the ages of 25 and 64.

According to the Berkeley County Coroner, a 65-year-old man died after being mauled to death by two pit bull dogs at a mobile home park in Moncks Corner, South Carolina.

In 2021, there were 53 dog bite fatalities in the US, with 36% of victims being children under the age of 9 and 51% being adult victims over the age of 30.

Pit bulls were involved in 68% of multi-dog attacks, which accounted for 58% of all dog bite fatalities in 2021.

In 2008, 24 dog attacks resulted in human death, with no single state leading fatal dog attacks.

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David Eller, a 65-year-old man, was killed in a dog attack at a mobile home park in Moncks Corner.

The attack occurred on Tuesday afternoon, with deputies responding to the scene at approximately 4:40 p.m.

Two pit bull dogs were involved in the attack, and they were able to be contained by authorities.

The dogs are currently in the custody of the Berkeley County Animal Center and are no longer a danger to the community.

The attack was described as unprovoked, with the victim simply walking through the neighborhood when he was attacked.

A 911 caller reported seeing the dogs dragging an object, which was later identified as a human being.

The witness did what she could to try to end the attack, but it was too late to save the victim's life.

The investigation into the attack is ongoing, with the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office and Coroner's Office leading the effort.

Between 2005 and 2019, a total of 521 dog attack fatalities were recorded in the United States. This is a significant number, and it highlights the importance of being aware of the risks associated with dog attacks.

According to the data, the majority of fatalities occurred between the ages of 5 and 14, with 134 children falling victim to dog attacks during this period. This is a disturbing trend, and it's essential for parents and caregivers to take steps to protect children from aggressive dogs.

Between 2005 and 2019, pit bulls and pit bull mixes were responsible for 66% of all dog attack fatalities. This is a staggering statistic, and it underscores the need for responsible dog ownership and stricter breed regulations.

The data also shows that the majority of dog attack fatalities occurred in the home or on the victim's own property, with 56% of incidents taking place in these locations. This is a sobering reminder of the importance of being aware of one's surroundings and taking steps to prevent dog attacks.

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One person has died in a dog attack at a Compton residence, where 13 dogs were found on the property.

A friend of the victim found the man dead in the backyard, apparently feeding the dogs, and it sounds like they attacked him.

The dogs were transported to the Downey Animal Care Center for exams, and animal services will conduct an investigation.

At least two dogs were taken from the property by authorities, according to a neighbor who said she was not aware anyone was living there.

Two pit bulls attacked an 83-year-old man at his home in Town Creek, leading to his death.

The man, Willard Norton, was tending to his roses when the dogs attacked, and he died from puncture wounds, lacerations, and scrapes.

Norton's neighbors, who owned the pit bulls, will face a decision from the DA on whether to face criminal charges for the attack.

Animal Control took the dogs to the Lawrence County Animal Shelter, where their fate will be decided by a judge.

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US Dog Bite Fatalities are a tragic reality, with an average of 20-30 fatalities per year. Most of these deaths occur in children under the age of 10.

According to data, children are the most vulnerable to dog bites, accounting for 50% of all dog bite fatalities. This is often due to a lack of understanding of canine behavior and body language.

In the US, the majority of dog bite fatalities occur between June and August, coinciding with the summer months when children are more likely to be outdoors.

A fatal dog attack occurred in Compton, resulting in one person's death.

The incident happened at a residence on East Saunders Street and North Thorson Avenue.

A friend of the victim found them dead in the backyard with 13 dogs present.

The victim was apparently feeding the dogs when the attack occurred.

Animal services will conduct an investigation into the incident.

The dogs involved will be transported to the Downey Animal Care Center for examination.

A neighbor reported that the dogs were not barking or making any noise before the incident.

This incident highlights the importance of being aware of one's surroundings, especially when living near properties with multiple animals.

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In 2021, our nonprofit recorded 53 dog bite fatalities, which is lower than the 81 reported by the CDC.

36% of those fatalities were child victims under the age of 9.

51% of the victims were adult victims aged 30 or older.

58% of the fatal dog bites involved multiple dogs.

Pit bulls were involved in 68% of the multi-dog attacks that resulted in human death.

The 2021 fatality rate is a significant decrease from previous years, but it's still a heartbreaking reminder of the dangers of dog bites.

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A man in his 40s was killed after being attacked by a pack of dogs in Rockport, Texas. The victim, 40-year-old Lewis Flores, was walking down Monkey Rd. when the attack occurred.

The attack happened around 5 a.m. on Tuesday morning, with the victim's screams for help prompting a call to police from Adrian Arispe, a neighbor who witnessed the aftermath of the attack.

Flores was found lying on the ground, badly injured and nearly naked, with his shoes, socks, and shirt ripped off. The dogs involved in the attack were described as a pack, with one being shot by a sheriff's deputy and the rest fleeing the scene.

The Aransas County Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation into the attack, which has raised concerns about the safety of the community.

The attack occurred on Sunday afternoon at Lawrence County 264 in Town Creek.

Lawrence County sheriff's deputies found Willard Norton, 83, unresponsive near the entrance to his front door.

The dogs attacked Norton while he was tending to his roses.

Norton was unconscious but had a pulse when the deputies arrived on the scene.

He was transported to Lawrence Medical Center, where he died upon arrival.

Puncture wounds, lacerations, and scrapes were the cause of Norton's death, according to Coroner Scott Norwood.

The dogs were taken to the Lawrence County Animal Shelter by Animal Control.

The dogs' owners are Norton's neighbors, Chief Deputy Brian Covington said.

A Lawrence County Circuit Court judge will decide the dogs' fate.

The Lawrence County District Attorney's Office will decide if the owners should face criminal charges for the attack.