Dog Attack Leaves Tx. Woman in Critical Condition, Requiring Hand to Be Partially Amputated

Photo: Capt. Daniel Arizpe/Cy-Fair Fire Department

On Sunday afternoon, the Cy-Fair Fire Department responded to a report of a dog bite/mauling in Katy, according to a tweet from the department. Upon arrival, crews found a woman in critical condition and transported her via helicopter to a hospital.

According toKHOU, officials say the 50-year-old woman’s hand was partially amputated after the attack.

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Witnessestold Click2Houstonthe dog belonged to the woman. It is unclear what happened to the dog after the attack.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.

source: people.com