A 64-year-old woman was attacked by 5 javelinas at Madera Park, Arizona, while walking her dog, leading to bites on her ankle and arm; she was treated and released.

A 64-year-old woman was attacked by five javelinas at Madera Park in Arizona while walking her dog. The woman was knocked over and bitten on her ankle and arm. The javelinas, native to South America, have poor eyesight but strong sense of smell, which can make them appear aggressive. Wildlife officials advise people to avoid getting between a javelina and a dog and to secure garbage to prevent conflicts. The woman was treated at Tucson Medical Center and has since been released.

February 02, 2024
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