[03-21-2023] Tulare County, CA – Dog Attacked One Man in Visalia, Victim Killed

An unidentified man was killed after being attacked by a dog in Visalia on Tuesday morning, March 21, 2023.

The deadly accident reportedly occurred around 8:00 a.m. at the 2300 block of S. Santa Fe Street at Jack & Jeff Transfer Co.

Authorities responded to the area after receiving calls about a man attacked by a dog. The victim died from his injuries after being rushed to the hospital by paramedics.
Details on the victim’s identity have not been released until his next of kin has been notified.

Officials with the Visalia Police Department stated that their violent crimes unit responded and took over the investigation. Additionally, the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health was contacted.

Further details on the circumstances of the attack are underway.

Fatal Dog Bite Injury Statistics

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 4.5 million Americans are dog bite victims yearly, with more than 800,000 requiring medical attention due to dog attacks. At least half of all bite victims are children.

According to the statistics, California had the highest number of fatal dog bites in 2019. Thirty-six dog attacks killed 15 children and 21 adults in 2018.

A dog can attack in many ways, including biting, scratching, and knocking over. Dog bites occur when a dog bites a person and causes bodily harm. A bite injury can result in infection, deformity, temporary or permanent damage, and even death.

The laws governing dog attacks vary from state to state. Section 3342 of the California Penal Code outlines the steps to take in court in case of a dog bite. A dog bite victim who suffers losses while the owner is lawfully present is liable under this section for those losses.

Because dogs bite so frequently, people should exercise caution when petting other dogs. Even though some dogs can bite even when not provoked, remaining calm and avoiding physical contact is critical.

What You Should Do After an Accident

It is a good idea to file a police report after gathering information, assuming it is safe. This allows the police to keep records of what occurred during the accident on a central database, which they keep on file within the police department and can access at any time.

Typically, the police will respond to an accident at the scene of any incident, but if they fail to, you can contact your local police by phone or in person and file an accident report. In this way, if the police are not present during the collision, they can gather that information and prepare a police report later.

Award-Winning Dog Bite Attorneys for Victims in Visalia

Most dog bites are tense and aggressive, especially when several dogs are involved. The victim of the attack is likely to have puncture wounds, scratches, or crush injuries if they survive. The bite victim may need a rabies vaccine or other treatment if the dog’s immunizations are outdated.

There can be excruciating pain associated with puncture wounds caused by dog bites, and healing can take weeks. A dog attack should be treated medically as soon as possible. The sooner these wounds are treated, the better your chances are. Afterward, seek legal advice from an experienced dog bite attorney.

Contact our firm for assistance if a dog bite has resulted in physical or psychological harm to you or a loved one. Our Visalia dog bite attorneys at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive knowledge of California’s dog bite laws and can assist you with filing a lawsuit.

Contact one of our experienced attorneys by calling (888) 488-1391 or by filling out the online form under “Do I Have a Case?” on our website.