Colorado Woman Critically Injured in 3-Pit Bull Attack

A woman in Aurora, Colorado, was critically injured on Monday, March 30, after being attacked by three pit bulls. Authorities responded to the scene around 11:40 a.m. and found the 57-year-old victim, Hilda Lorena Cifuentes, suffering from extensive bite wounds. She was immediately transported to a local hospital where she has undergone multiple surgeries for her severe injuries, which include damage to her face, limbs, and abdomen, as well as head trauma. Doctors have indicated she may lose her left leg and potentially her vision. The attack occurred while Ms. Cifuentes was in her front yard, preparing to move items to a shared parking area. Her daughter reported that the three dogs, which belonged to a neighbor, escaped their home and attacked her mother without provocation. Neighbors attempted to intervene, with one bystander recalling they threw rocks at the dogs to stop the assault. The attack reportedly lasted between eight and ten minutes. The family has since stated that the three dogs involved have been euthanized. To help cover Ms. Cifuentes' mounting medical bills, rehabilitation, and living expenses during her recovery, her family has launched a GoFundMe campaign and is seeking accountability from the dog owners.