NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 31, 2026Hillsborough
New Mexico State Police arrest James Campbell following fatal dog attack in Santa Rosa
James Campbell, 52, has been charged with a third-degree felony after his two pit bull-mix dogs attacked and killed 73-year-old Randy Wade at a residence on Tapia Road. The incident occurred on August 28, 2026, and authorities report that the owner was aware the animals had been previously classified as dangerous.
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A resident was killed in a dog attack, leading to a felony criminal charge against the owner and an ongoing state police investigation into the circumstances of the incident.
Key Facts
- Randy Wade, 73, died following an unprovoked attack by two pit bull-mix dogs.
- The incident occurred on August 28, 2026, at a residence on Tapia Road in Santa Rosa, New Mexico.
- James Campbell, 52, the owner of the dogs, has been charged with a third-degree felony for a dangerous dog causing death.
- Campbell admitted to having prior knowledge that his dogs were classified as dangerous.
- The dogs had been involved in a previous attack and were recently released from an animal shelter.
- The New Mexico State Police are leading the ongoing investigation.
Who's Mentioned
personRandy Wade“The 73-year-old victim of the attack.”locationTapia Road“The location of the residence where the attack took place.”personJames Campbell“The 52-year-old owner of the dogs, currently facing felony charges.”locationSanta Rosa“The city where the incident occurred.”organizationNew Mexico State Police“Investigating the fatal dog attack.”