Police Address Recent Dog Attack In Fairfield

FAIRFIELD, CT -- In the wake of concern from residents regarding a recent dog attack that sent a 10-year-old boy to the hospital with serious injuries, Fairfield Police issued an update on the status of the investigation. The attack occurred last week on Stratfield Road when the boy and his 15-year-old brother reportedly entered the locked gate of the dog owner’s backyard while attempting to sell magazines for school, according to the Fairfield Citizen.

Police say the dog was issued a 14-day home quarantine by the animal control as required by law as the investigation of the incident continues. Residents have expressed concern over the incident, especially with children trick-or-treating in the area on Halloween.

“The Fairfield Police Department understands that there has been a lot of concern over the recent incident on Stratfield Road where a dog attacked a child,” police said in a post on Facebook. “The safety of our residents and visitors is our primary concern.

“The Fairfield Police Department’s Animal Control Division has been investigating the incident and has determined the dogs are kept behind a physical fence that surrounds the property with gates and an electronic fence as a back-up. The dogs are up to date with their required vaccinations and are licensed. We have also spoken to the dog's owner and advised him of the concerns regarding Halloween and kids trick-or-treating. He has assured us that the dogs will be kept inside the home that night. He also mentioned that he has posted warning signs on the gate but they were stolen. A new sign has since been posted.

“Our Animal Control Officers issued a 14 day home quarantine as required by law and they are continuing to investigate this incident.”

Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident to contact the Animal Control at (203) 254-4857.

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