A woman in her 30s was attacked by a dog in Ballyvolane, resulting in serious injuries. Local residents heard her screams and quickly attempted to help, with some sustaining bite injuries while trying to protect her. Emergency services, including Gardaí and paramedics, responded to the scene. The woman received treatment before being transported to Cork University Hospital for emergency surgery. An investigation into the incident is underway, and there have been numerous serious dog attacks reported in Ireland over recent years, raising concerns about specific dog breeds.
The woman suffered serious injuries after being attacked by the dog in the Ballyvolane area around 6pm on Friday. Horrified residents desperately tried to help the woman, aged in her 30s, and attempted to fend off the dog.
The large animal had apparently knocked the woman to the ground and was attempting to maul her arms, face and head. Courageous locals rushed to the scene and tried to get the dog away from the woman and protect her from further injury.
The injured woman was treated at the scene before being rushed by ambulance to Cork University Hospital (CUH). She is being treated for serious injuries and is expected to undergo emergency surgery.
Ireland has witnessed a number of serious dog attacks over recent years, including instances where individuals suffered life-threatening injuries or even deaths due to dog maulings.
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