A serious dog attack occurred this Sunday in the O Ceo area, affecting a 5-year-old girl. The incident took place in Fornelos de Montes, Pontevedra, and the event is being investigated by local authorities.
Initial information from 112 Galicia confirms the attack happened on Sunday afternoon. Emergency teams were alerted through 061, which had considered deploying a medical helicopter from Santiago, though the aircraft was not ultimately used in the response.
The 112 emergency center notified the Oitavén-Tea Province Civil Guard and Civil Protection about the situation at approximately 5:10 p.m. The response involved coordinating on the ground to ensure the child received immediate medical attention and to assess other potential risks in the area.
The young patient sustained serious injuries to the face and other parts of the body and was transported to a hospital. She is currently receiving care at Alvaro Cunqueiro Hospital, where medical teams are providing treatment. Officials confirmed that the dog involved in the incident did not belong to the child’s family and that a formal complaint had been filed regarding the attack. Details surrounding the circumstances of the attack remain limited as authorities continue their investigation and gather information from witnesses and responders.
Across the region, authorities emphasize the importance of reporting any dog-related incidents promptly and letting qualified responders conduct a thorough assessment to determine the appropriate steps to prevent future harm. The case remains under official review as investigators work to assemble a complete timeline and verify all contributing factors. Community members are reminded to follow guidance from Civil Guard and Civil Protection personnel to stay safe while such investigations proceed.