Kentucky Woman Hospitalized After Dog Attack During Sale

A planned Facebook Marketplace transaction in Laurel County, Kentucky, resulted in a violent dog attack and hospitalization for Annie Pelfrey. The incident occurred Monday evening as Pelfrey was on private property to pick up an item.

She reported that three dogs attacked her, with one initially latching onto her arm before the others joined. Her husband transported her to an emergency room, where her wounds required extensive bandaging.

London police officials informed Pelfrey at the hospital that homeowner charges could not be filed because the attack happened inside the fence, labeling it a civil dispute. The London Police Department declined to comment on the case.

Kentucky law generally holds dog owners civilly liable for damages caused by their pets to people or property. However, the specific circumstances of Pelfrey's encounter, including the location within the property, are subject to civil proceedings rather than criminal charges based on the police's assessment.

For homeowners with dogs, securing animals away from pickup areas is crucial before buyers arrive. Facebook's safety guidelines also advise meeting in public places when possible or confirming safety measures for home pickups.