Crime & Safety
Annandale Man Bitten by Dog While Out Walking
What you should do if you are bitten by a dog or if your dog bites someone.
An Annandale man was bitten by a dog Friday afternoon while he was out walking, according to a report from the Fairfax County Police.
The incident occurred in the 4900 block of Woodland Way on Friday at about 3:20 p.m.
The man was walking when a dog bit him on the leg. The victim received a minor injury.
The dog was described as an unknown breed, all black with short hair and weighing 45 to 65 pounds. The dog was being walked by a woman described as white, in her 60s, with a medium build.
Here's what Fairfax County advises if this happens to you:
What happens if I have an incident involving a dog bite or attack?
- Call Animal Control at 703-691-2131
- The responding officer may confine the animal
- The responding officer may let the owner confine the animal
- The case may be brought to court, if the dog is deemed a threat to public safety
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