Man killed in Santa Rosa dog attack; owner charged
KRQE57m ago1 newsroom
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A man has been charged following a deadly dog attack in Santa Rosa on Friday, New Mexico State Police said. The Santa Rosa Police Department and New Mexico State Police officers responded to a home on Tapia Road in Santa Rosa and found Randy Wade, 73, dead. Agents learned that Wade was [...]
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Why it matters
A death from a dog attack is rare enough to draw law enforcement and criminal charges, indicating circumstances severe enough for the owner to face legal liability.
Most affected
Randy Wade's family and associates — Lost a household member to a fatal injury. Dog owner — Faces criminal charges related to the animal's conduct.
Likely next
Whether additional details about the attack circumstances or the specific charges are released by police.