80-Year-Old Woman Killed By Dogs While On A Walk In The Inland Empire

BALDY MESA, CA – An 80-year-old woman died Friday after a dog attack in Baldy Mesa, deputies with Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station said in a statement.

Just after 11 a.m., the woman, identified as Soon Han, was found unresponsive on the roadway near Vinton Street and Mesa Road, according to the station.

Investigators said they believe Han was attacked by two dogs from a nearby house while out for a walk. She suffered “major injuries” and was pronounced dead at the scene, the station reported.

The dogs’ owner is cooperating with the investigation, authorities said, adding that San Bernardino County Animal Control arrived on the scene and took custody of both animals.
The dogs, both of Dogo Argentino breed, are being held until the investigation and a vicious dog hearing are complete.

Anyone with information about this investigation is urged to contact Deputy C. Fox at the Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station, 760-552-6800, or sheriff’s dispatch at 760-956-5001.

Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or leave the information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.