On May 2 at approximately 5 p.m., Hollister Police Animal
Control officers responded to the 700 block of Shore Road on a
report a pit bull attack.
On May 2 at approximately 5 p.m., Hollister Police Animal Control officers responded to the 700 block of Shore Road on a report a pit bull attack.
A man was walking his two small dogs on a leash when two pit bulls approached and suddenly attacked his dogs. The pit bulls were able to get hold of one of the dogs, pulling it from his hands, according to police. The man was able to fight off the pit bulls by throwing rocks at the dogs. The pit bulls left the area.
The man checked his dog and found that it was severely injured and nearly deceased. The dog was euthanized shortly thereafter, according to a statement from police.
Animal Control Officers responded, quickly locating the pit bulls and impounding them. The investigation is ongoing.
The latest pit bull attack comes in light of the animal control division’s proposal to require that all of those dogs, and Chihuahuas be spayed or neutered.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is requested to contact Hollister Police Department Animal Control Officer Carlos Montes at 636-4320. Persons wishing to remain anonymous may call WeTIP at (800) 78-CRIME. Information provided to WeTIP may qualify for a reward.
