Man killed by pit bulls, who block paramedics from victim, authorities say
Briefly

A man was killed in a backyard pit bull attack in Lancaster late Saturday night. Authorities received a call about an animal attack and found the victim bloodied behind a home. The attacking dogs blocked access, leading to a deputy shooting one to allow paramedics in. The man was transported to a hospital, where he later died. His identity remains unknown, and it is unclear if he was a resident or a visitor. L.A. County Animal Control took four additional dogs from the property without a clear decision regarding their fate.
A man was killed by a pair of pit bulls in a backyard attack in Lancaster on Saturday night, authorities said.
Deputies found a man lying bloodied behind the home, with the dogs blocking the entrance to the yard.
A deputy shot and killed one of the pit bulls, allowing paramedics to assist the man.
L.A. County Animal Control took four other dogs from the property; it was unclear what would happen to them.
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