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A 25-year-old woman was hospitalized with severe injuries following a vicious attack by her roommate’s Akita dog in Berlin Township, Michigan. The incident occurred at a home along South Huron River Drive, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.
Key details of the attack and response include:
- The Attack: The 25-year-old woman was bitten repeatedly across her arms, back, and torso after attempting to walk near the dog while the owner was away.
- Fighting Back: In an effort to defend herself and stop the assault, the woman grabbed a nearby knife and stabbed the dog.
- Owner’s Action: When the 31-year-old owner returned home shortly afterward to find the dog outside with multiple stab wounds, he retrieved a handgun and shot and killed the animal.
- Medical Response: The victim was transported to Corewell Health Trenton Hospital for treatment, while Monroe County Animal Control removed the deceased dog.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control are actively investigating the incident and ask anyone with information to contact them at 734-240-7417.
Originally reported by Paula Wethington for CBS Detroit.
