A deadly dog attack in San Bernardino, California, ended in tragedy one evening. The incident happened at Perris Hill Park around 5:00 p.m. Police rushed to the scene after someone reported a violent dog attack. When officers arrived, they discovered two women lying on the ground. The victims were about 30 yards apart. Officers described the situation as chaotic, with over a dozen dogs roaming the area.
Authorities later identified one of the victims as 51-year-old Teodora Mendoza. She had suffered major injuries to her face. Emergency responders transported her to a hospital. Despite efforts to save her, Mendoza died shortly after arriving. The second woman also sustained injuries. Her identity has not been released. It remains unclear whether the two women knew each other.
Police said the dogs involved appeared to be strays. One Pitbull charged at an officer during the response. The officer shot and killed the aggressive dog to prevent further harm. Animal control officers responded quickly after the deadly dog attack. They captured and removed 14 dogs from the area. The attack occurred near a homeless encampment. Officials believe the dogs may have been roaming that part of the park for some time.
Mendoza’s son, 21-year-old Alex Lozano, shared details about his mother’s situation. He said she had been homeless for more than a year. She often spent time at the park with a male companion. “My grandpa from Texas called and said that my mom was attacked by Pit bulls,” Lozano recalled. That call was how he learned about the incident. Lozano also mentioned he had not spoken with his mother for a while.
Investigators continue to look into the circumstances surrounding the deadly dog attack. Police are trying to determine how the dogs became so aggressive. They are also checking whether someone may have been feeding or housing the animals. The San Bernardino Police Department has not yet released more details. Updates are expected as the investigation moves forward.
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