Woman, 91, dies after being attacked by three dogs in Vincentia
An elderly woman has died after she was attacked by three dogs on a south coast beach early on Sunday. Four others were also injured and taken to hospital with bite marks and lacerations.
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An elderly woman has died after she was attacked by three dogs attack on a south coast beach.
Emergency crews were called to Collingwood Beach, off Elizabeth Drive at Vincentia, following reports of a dog attack about 7am on Sunday.
On arrival, NSW Ambulance paramedics located five people – one man and four women – suffering lacerations and bite marks.
All patients were treated, but the 91-year-old woman suffered serious injuries and she died at the scene.
A 71-year-old woman along with the three others have been taken to Shoalhaven District Hospital, Nowra, in a stable condition.
Three dogs have been seized by Shoalhaven Council rangers.
Officers from the south coast police district set up a crime scene as inquiries continue.
A report will be prepared for the coroner, a NSW Police media spokesman said.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.