A 60-year-old woman in Grand Forks, B.C., sustained serious injuries in a dog attack on October 14th. Kim Godidek was in her backyard when a neighbor’s dog broke through three fence boards and mauled her. She suffered a severe fracture in her right wrist, requiring surgery, which may keep her off work for months. Her lawyer, Tim Delaney, stated that the wrist injury was described by the surgeon as one of the worst fractures seen in years. In addition to the wrist injury, Godidek suffered puncture wounds and bruising.
The City of Grand Forks confirmed that the dog responsible for the attack was euthanized following the incident. The attack has sparked concerns among residents in Godidek’s Riverside neighborhood. Neighbor Kathy Moslin mentioned that she received a message from Godidek after the attack and stayed with her until paramedics arrived, expressing worry and hope for her well-being.
The community in the Riverside area, known for its popular walking trails, is now apprehensive about continuing their usual walks due to the incident. The city’s bylaw and animal control staff investigated the attack in collaboration with witnesses and the RCMP. Mayor Everett Baker, personally acquainted with Godidek, condemned the attack, emphasizing the severity of the injury.
The city initially decided that the dog needed to be removed from the home, either voluntarily or through a seizure warrant. However, the owner chose to have the dog euthanized. It was revealed that the owner had two dogs, with only the male Cane Corso involved in the attack facing consequences.
Mayor Baker expressed regret over the unfortunate turn of events, emphasizing the community’s love for animals. The city plans to reassess its animal control protocols to potentially expedite future dangerous dog cases. Meanwhile, the community has shown support for Godidek, with a fundraising campaign set up by neighbors raising over $7,000 to aid in her recovery.