Crime & Safety

Groton Woman Sues Over Dog Attack

The woman was injured while trying to protect her dog, according to the lawsuit.

Groton, CT- A local woman has filed a lawsuit after she was injured while trying to protect her dog from another dog during an attack.

Donna Pearlman of Thames Street was walking her English bull terrier June 9 when a Staffordshire terrier ran at her dog from behind, according to the New London Day.

Pearlman sustained bites to her wrists, an ankle and had muscle strains, according to the lawsuit.

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The owner of the Staffordshire terrier was issued two infractions.

Read the full Day story here.

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