Sheriff's Estranged Wife Mauled by K-9

The estranged wife of a Kern County, California sheriff has reportedly been attacked by a police K-9 in her home. According to reports, she was alone and sleeping in her bedroom when the dog attacked. The dog reportedly bite her neck, right ear and the side of her head. It is unknown why the dog attacked, but police believe it is because the woman did not announce herself as police were there to arrest her son on another matter. However, her lawyer is claiming she was sleeping so she is not to blame.

Dog attacks can leave those involved seriously injured. You should not have to suffer because another person acted negligently and caused injuries or death to another person. With this type of accident, you may be facing medical bills, future health care costs and lost work wages that you cannot handle at this time. If you or someone you know has been injured in a dog attack, you should contact an injury attorney to pursue a case against the negligent party who caused the accident. A personal injury lawyer will protect your rights through this process while working to recover expenses on your behalf. Please take some time today to contact a personal injury attorney to begin discussing the details of your case and moving forward with your life now.