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Woman Found Dead, Covered in Dog Bites
28 Apr
Summary
- A 60-year-old woman was discovered deceased on a woodland path.
- Her body was covered in deep injuries suspected to be dog bites.
- Police have seized five Dogo Argentino dogs for DNA testing.
A 60-year-old woman, Lucia Tognela, was found dead on a woodland path in Trivigno di Tirano, Italy, on April 23. Responders were unable to revive her. Her body was covered in deep wounds, prompting an investigation into a potential mauling by dogs.
Five Dogo Argentino dogs, owned by a local resident, have been seized. Investigators will conduct DNA testing on saliva swabs from Tognela's wounds to determine if these dogs are responsible. The owner allegedly allowed the dogs to roam freely despite previous complaints and incidents, and he was reportedly the one who discovered the body after noticing one of his dogs was bloody.
Authorities have ruled out attacks by wild animals. A post-mortem examination is underway to ascertain if Tognela suffered a sudden medical episode before the injuries occurred. Her relatives stated she had no prior health conditions. The dog owner may face charges of manslaughter and failure to control animals.
