Child bitten three times by neighbor's German Shepherd, Alachua FL


A 7-year-old child was bitten three times by a neighbor's German Shepherd dog near NW 173rd Road. The child is alert with minor bleeding and superficial back injuries. The dog has been secured, and police are on their way.
Audio|Source: Gainesville Police and Alachua Fire
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Transcript:
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District 12, Rescue, 24-year response to animal bite.
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Near NW 173rd Road.
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Near NW 173rd Road.
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Go back to
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Cause advising that their 7-year-old was bit by the neighbor's dog three times.
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He is completely alert, there is some bleeding, it is not serious.
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He has superficial injuries to the back.
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The dog in question was a German Shepherd.
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Looks like the animal has been locked up.
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APD is going to be en route as well.
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Location mentioned:
Near NW 173rd Rd, Alachua, FL 32615
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