A seven‑year‑old girl was mauled by a pack of stray dogs near her home in Corning, California, on a Saturday afternoon. The attack left her with severe injuries, including a scalp that was ripped off and legs that were shredded.
She was playing outside when the dogs attacked around 12:30 p.m., and she was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for advanced treatment. The child, named Patricia Edmiston, remains in critical condition following surgery.
Police seized six dogs believed to be involved and transported them to the county animal shelter. The investigation is ongoing, and no owner has been identified.
Patricia was publicly identified by her grandmother, Monica Edmiston, who has been closely monitoring her daughter’s recovery.
The family is facing significant emotional and financial strain, having relocated near the hospital to stay with the child during her treatment. They are seeking assistance with basic necessities such as transportation and food.
A fundraiser was established to help cover medical expenses and essential costs, and the goal has already surpassed $4,000.
Police have processed the scene and interviewed several witnesses, but no arrests have been made as of the latest update.
The incident remains under investigation, and further information will be released as it becomes available.
