A 39-year-old Essex resident faces charges after two dogs attacked a person and their pet on Laird Avenue, causing non-life-threatening injuries
Essex Resident Charged After Dog Attack
An Essex resident has been charged following a dog attack in town.
On January 4 at around 7 p.m., Essex County Ontario Provincial Police responded to a call about two dogs attacking another dog and its owner on Laird Avenue.
The victim was taken to the hospital.
Both the owner and the dog sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
A 39-year-old from Essex was charged under the Dog Owners’ Liability Act with two counts of failing to prevent a dog from biting, attacking a person, or domestic animal.
The accused is scheduled to appear in court, but no date has been provided.
Police remind dog owners to take “reasonable precautions” to prevent their dogs from attacking people or other pets.
“Please ensure that you can always maintain control of your dog to prevent any potential injuries to others or to the dog itself,” they stated.
Summary of Incident
| Date | Time | Location | Injuries | Charges |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 4 | 7 p.m. | Laird Avenue, Essex | Non-life-threatening | Two counts under Dog Owners’ Liability Act |
