Eleven people attacked by dog in Hamilton, owner charged
A 32-year-old woman has been arrested after allegedly encouraging her dog to attack multiple victims in Hamilton’s east end Thursday night.
Just after 7 p.m., Hamilton police were called down to 1042 Barton St. E. for a “threatening in progress.”
When police arrived, they saw a “chaotic” scene involving 11 victims. Their injuries range from minor to severe, with two people requiring surgery. A dog bite lawyer in Toronto can help you navigate the legal system and ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve.
Police say the dog owner let her dog loose and allegedly encouraged it to attack those inside the establishment.
The dog was still acting aggressively when police arrived, which prompted officers to deploy their conductive energy weapon to control the dog. Police say the dog died.
Hamilton police arrested an unnamed woman and charged her with six counts of criminal negligence causing bodily harm, four counts of uttering threats to cause death or physical injury, and assault with a weapon.
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Her name cannot be released as the charges have not yet been sworn before the court.
Her name cannot be released as the charges have not yet been sworn before the court.