NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainSeptember 11, 2026Miami-Dade County
Homestead Police Report Woman Hospitalized After Dog Attack
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A 63-year-old woman was rushed to the hospital on Friday after being attacked by two pitbulls while walking in Homestead. Police and emergency crews treated her at the scene for multiple bite wounds before transporting her to Jackson South Medical Center. Authorities reported that both dogs were secured and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Read the full story at Telemundo 51 Miami – MainWhy It Matters
A local resident sustained multiple bite injuries requiring emergency hospitalization after an encounter with loose dogs in a residential area.
Key Facts
- A 63-year-old woman was attacked by two pitbulls on Friday in the 200 block of NW 9th Terrace in Homestead.
- A witness intervened and chased the dogs away from the victim.
- The victim sustained multiple bite wounds to the back of her head, neck, right arm, and right ankle.
- The victim was alert and speaking in shock at the scene before being transported to Jackson South Medical Center.
- Responding police officers secured the two dogs, and authorities stated there is no further threat to the public.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationJackson South Medical Center“Hospital where the victim was transported”OrganizationTelemundo 51“News organization that translated and reviewed the article”locationHomestead“City where the incident occurred”OrganizationHomestead Police Department“Law enforcement agency reporting the incident”location9 Terrace“Location of the incident in the 200 block”