GEORGIA -- A Rincon child walking home from his grandfather’s house has suffered multiple puncture wounds from dog bites.
The 8-year-old boy was walking down Greenbay Avenue about 2 p.m. today when the dog attacked, Effingham County Sheriff’s Office spokesman David Ehsanipoor said.
The animal bit the child on the arms and legs. The injuries are not life threatening, deputies reported.
Ehsanipoor said the American Bulldog mix was roaming at large.
The owner was found at a residence in the 600 block of North Columbia (Ga. 21) Avenue and has been arrested.
The unidentified female has been charged with having a dog at large and may face further charges.
“It doesn’t appear the dog is up-to date on any of its shots,” Ehsanipoor said.
The owner turned the dog over to the county. The animal has been taken to the Effingham County Animal Shelter where it will remain for a 10-day quarantine.
The identity of the dog owner will be released by deputies later.
(Savannah Morning News - July 17, 2013)
