Elderly Man Slain Following Rottweiler Mauling in Norwalk
In a tragic incident that has left the community in shock, an 86-year-old man lost his life after being attacked by two Rottweilers during a morning walk near the corner of 166th Street and Greystone Avenue in Nowalk.
The attack took place in a residential neighbourhood, with two bystanders bravely intervening to fight off the dogs and provide aid to the elderly man until paramedics from the Los Angeles County Fire Department arrived.
According to reports, the attack resulted in severe injuries, including a cut to the man's left artery. Despite the efforts of the bystanders and paramedics, the man succumbed to his injuries on Sunday morning.
Matthew Rodriguez, a digital producer for a local news outlet, has been covering the incident extensively. Rodriguez, who has previously worked for the Argonaut and Pasadena Weekly, typically covers crime and breaking news for the news outlet.
Investigators have managed to trace the owners of the dogs involved in the attack. The dogs' owner stated that the dogs had escaped from their home. However, it is unclear whether the dogs were unleashed during the attack.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's department plans to take the dogs, and they will likely be quarantined by LA County Animal Care and Control. At the time of writing, no further information is provided about the identity of the man or the dogs, nor is there any information about the current status of the dogs or any legal actions taken.
This incident serves as a grim reminder of the importance of pet ownership responsibility and the potential consequences of irresponsible behaviour. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.
Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.
