Woman and Child Injured, Man Found Dead After Dog Attack in West Houston

Authorities are investigating a violent dog attack in west Harris County that left a man dead and two others injured. The Harris County Sheriff's Office responded to a call late Sunday after reports of an aggressive dog attacking people in a neighborhood on the county's west side near Houston.

Deputies found a woman and a young child suffering from significant bite injuries. The victims were transported to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment. While searching the property, law enforcement located a man who had been fatally mauled. The dog involved was secured by animal control, and an investigation into ownership and prior history is underway.

Why It Matters

Dog attacks remain a recurring public safety concern in the Houston area, especially in residential communities where loose or unrestrained animals can pose serious risks. Incidents like this one raise questions about owner responsibility, animal behavior, and preventive measures to protect residents.

Officials have not released the identities of the victims, and the circumstances leading up to the attack are still being reviewed. Investigators are working to determine whether additional dogs were on the property and if previous complaints had been filed.

What’s Next

The sheriff’s office will continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses. Animal control specialists will evaluate the dog involved, while county officials review whether further enforcement or legal action is warranted. Residents in the area are urged to report stray or aggressive animals promptly as authorities reinforce safety efforts.

This article is a summary of reporting by ABC13 Houston. Read the full story here.