5-Year-Old California Girl Fatally Mauled by Family Dogs
The girl, attacked by two Rottweilers in her backyard, had lived with the dogs her entire life without prior incidents.
- The fatal attack occurred on Sunday in Covina, California, when a 5-year-old girl was mauled by two family dogs, a 10-year-old Rottweiler and a 6-year-old Rottweiler mix.
- The girl was found injured in the backyard and transported to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead shortly before 1:30 p.m.
- Another family member sustained minor injuries during the attack, according to authorities.
- Animal control impounded all four dogs living at the residence as the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department continues its investigation.
- Authorities report no prior incidents involving the dogs and do not suspect foul play in the ongoing investigation.