POLK COUNTY, Texas – On Monday evening, a 35‑year‑old woman walking along Quaircrest Drive was confronted by four pit‑bull‑type dogs. As she tried to put distance between herself and the animals, the dogs lunged and attacked her simultaneously.
Immediate response and medical care
A passerby in a nearby vehicle managed to scare the dogs away, but left the scene after the woman asked for a ride to the hospital. The victim then sought refuge at a nearby residence, where she received first‑aid assistance and called emergency services.
Polk County deputies arrived promptly, provided on‑scene medical aid, and transported the woman to CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial Livingston. Hospital staff determined that her injuries required more advanced treatment, and she was air‑lifted to a larger facility in Harris County for further care.
Animal control actions
After the incident, deputies returned to the location and located the four dogs. The owner was cited for two violations: failure to vaccinate the animals and allowing them to roam at large. Animal Control seized the dogs and placed them in a 10‑day quarantine for rabies observation.
During the seizure, an animal‑control officer was bitten by one of the dogs. The sheriff’s office indicated that, following the quarantine period, the dogs will be declared dangerous and will remain under control.
Community safety reminder
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office reminded residents that responsible pet ownership—including proper vaccination, secure containment, and licensing—is essential to protect both people and animals. Unvaccinated, roaming dogs pose a public‑health risk and can lead to costly emergency responses.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack and encourage anyone with additional information to contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Original reporting: KLTV 7 Tyler (news) — read the source article.
