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Woman Mauled by Dogs After Slipping on Ice in Russia
6 Mar
Summary
- Woman attacked by dogs after falling on ice near a Russian hostel.
- A bystander intervened, startling the dogs and rescuing the woman.
- The woman was hospitalized for treatment and received a rabies shot.
A terrifying incident unfolded in eastern Russia when a woman was attacked by a pack of dogs. The attack occurred outside the Cholbon Hostel after the woman slipped on icy ground. CCTV footage captured her struggle to escape the animals before she fell and was surrounded.
She managed to protect herself by rolling under a parked truck as the dogs bit her. Fortunately, a bystander noticed the commotion and shouted, startling the pack and causing them to disperse. The woman cautiously emerged from her hiding place.
Following the attack, the woman was hospitalized for treatment of her injuries, which included bites, and was given a precautionary rabies shot. Reports indicate the hotel had previously warned guests about the presence of stray dogs in the vicinity. Russia's Investigative Committee has launched an inquiry into the incident, highlighting the ongoing issue of stray animals in the region and the varying management policies across different areas.
