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Dog Kills Child | Inmate Escapes Hospital | 3 Rescued From House Fire: VA Weekend

A fatal dog attack, a deadly pedestrian accident and a loaded gun at a day care were some of the weekend's top headlines in VA.

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Two people were rescued from this townhome. (Fairfax Fire and Rescue)

Across Virginia this weekend, multiple people were rescued from house fires, a near-tragedy was reported at a Richmond day care, a community was warned about rabid cats and more.

4-Year-Old Killed In Dog Attack In Louisa County

A four-year-old boy was killed in a dog attack on Sunday afternoon.

Inmate Escapes Richmond Hospital, Spends Night On Lam Before Being Captured: Report

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An inmate briefly escaped from a Richmond hospital Sunday night.

1 Child, 2 Adults Rescued From Suffolk House Fire With Serious Injuries

Three people, including a child, were rescued from a flame-filled condo in the City of Suffolk on Sunday morning, according to local fire authorities.

Barbie Exhibition Opens At Virginia Museum Of History & Culture In Richmond

A new exhibition showcasing the influence of Barbie dolls on fashion and culture has opened in Richmond.

2-Year-Old Accessed, Handled Loaded Gun At Richmond Daycare: Report

A two-year-old found a staff member's loaded gun and put it in their mouth before being spotted.

2 Rescued From Townhouse Fire In Fairfax County

Emergency personnel rescued two people trapped in a townhouse fire in the Springfield area, authorities said Sunday.

Pedestrian Killed In Early Morning Crash On Route 28

A man was struck by a vehicle and killed on Route 28 in Chantilly early Sunday morning, police say.

Rabid Cat Found In Gainesville, Prince William County Police Warn

A cat that tested positive for rabies near Thoroughfare Road was known to interact with people and pets, prompting an exposure warning.

Deputy Injured In Officer-Involved Shooting In Spotsylvania County

The extent of the deputy's injuries hasn't been revealed.

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