A Cardwell man has died following a dog attack.
According to the Dunklin County Sheriff's Office, on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at approximately 3:41 p.m., deputies were dispatched to 203 Mulberry Street in Cardwell in response to an animal related call.
Deputies were advised a 72 year old male had fallen to the ground and could not get up. A dog had attacked him and he appeared to be unresponsive.
Deputies were informed that first responders were on the scene but were unable to attend the victim due to multiple aggressive dogs.
It was also reported that the victim appeared to be deceased .
Upon arrival, officers saw a reddish-brown mixed breed dog on top of the victim, and the dog's snout was covered in blood.
The deputies began to approach the victim, and as they drew closer, the dog growled and suddenly charged them. In response to an immediate threat, the officer fired his weapon, killing the dog.
Following, it was determined the victim had sustained multiple injuries consistent with a dog attack, including severe lacerations to his arms, face, and throat, along with a significant amount of blood loss.
The victim was confirmed deceased.