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Residents describe violent dog encounters; police and code enforcement to follow up
Summary
Multiple residents, including an 81‑year‑old victim, reported repeated incidents involving a loose German Shepherd that allegedly bit and chased people; police and code enforcement said they will investigate and pursue action if the owner and evidence establish violations.
Don Monaghan told the board that he was knocked to the ground and bitten in the back by a German Shepherd a few weeks before the July 16 meeting; he said ambulance personnel treated his wound and he later received inconsistent information about quarantine orders and animal‑control follow‑up. Bystanders and neighbors — including Zachary Hall and Jolene Klinger — described previous episodes of the dog chasing joggers, attacking other dogs and appearing unrestrained.
Major Locke and city staff told the board they will help code enforcement and that residents who witnessed incidents should provide names and contact information to officers so staff can complete investigations. Locke said animal control and police respond under standard practices and that, if required evidence is gathered, the city will pursue court action.
Residents asked for more proactive enforcement; staff noted that when an animal is running at large with an active complaint the city can detain and impound the dog. The board directed staff to follow up, and officers asked residents to meet with officers after the meeting to provide statements and contact information.
