Three Stray Dogs Chase Junior High Student, Causing Fall into Ditch; Changhua County Animal Disease Control Center Investigates
In Hemei Township, Changhua County, a junior high student riding an electric scooter was chased by three stray dogs, causing him to fall into a roadside ditch and sustain injuries. A local councilor highlighted the severity of the stray dog issue, and the Animal Disease Control Center has launched an investigation, planning to fine owners if the dogs are found to be domesticated, in accordance with the Animal Protection Act.
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(Central News Agency reporter Wu Che-hao, Changhua, 24th) An accident involving stray dogs injuring a person occurred in Hemei Township, Changhua County. A junior high student riding an electric scooter on Taiping Road in Hemei was suddenly chased by three stray dogs. The student, momentarily nervous, fell into a roadside ditch with the scooter and was injured. The Animal Disease Control Center has intervened to handle the matter.
Changhua County Councilor Lai Ching-mei of the Democratic Progressive Party said in a media interview today that on April 14, a junior high student riding an electric scooter on Taiping Road in Hemei Township was suddenly approached by three stray dogs. Not only did they bark at the student, but they also chased the scooter.
Lai Ching-mei said that the student initially tried to drive the scooter away from the scene, but the three stray dogs continued to chase. The student, momentarily nervous, fell into a drainage ditch beside Taiping Road with the scooter. Fortunately, he only suffered minor abrasions to his arms and thighs.
Lai Ching-mei pointed out that in March this year, more than 10 large stray dogs had attacked residents on Taiping Road. Although owners were found and fined at that time, some stray dogs were not caught, causing panic among residents. She hopes relevant authorities will address the stray dog problem.
Changhua County Animal Disease Control Center today responded in writing, stating that personnel had been dispatched to the scene this morning to investigate and clarify whether the three dogs involved in the accident are owned. If owners are confirmed, they will be required to fulfill their management responsibilities according to relevant provisions of the Animal Protection Act. If the dogs injure residents due to improper management, a fine of NT$3,000 to NT$15,000 can be imposed. (Editor: Li Shu-hua) 1150424
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(Central News Agency reporter Wu Che-hao, Changhua, 24th) An accident involving stray dogs injuring a person occurred in Hemei Township, Changhua County. A junior high student riding an electric scooter on Taiping Road in Hemei was suddenly chased by three stray dogs. The student, momentarily nervous, fell into a roadside ditch with the scooter and was injured. The Animal Disease Control Center has intervened to handle the matter.
Changhua County Councilor Lai Ching-mei of the Democratic Progressive Party said in a media interview today that on April 14, a junior high student riding an electric scooter on Taiping Road in Hemei Township was suddenly approached by three stray dogs. Not only did they bark at the student, but they also chased the scooter.
Lai Ching-mei said that the student initially tried to drive the scooter away from the scene, but the three stray dogs continued to chase. The student, momentarily nervous, fell into a drainage ditch beside Taiping Road with the scooter. Fortunately, he only suffered minor abrasions to his arms and thighs.
Lai Ching-mei pointed out that in March this year, more than 10 large stray dogs had attacked residents on Taiping Road. Although owners were found and fined at that time, some stray dogs were not caught, causing panic among residents. She hopes relevant authorities will address the stray dog problem.
Changhua County Animal Disease Control Center today responded in writing, stating that personnel had been dispatched to the scene this morning to investigate and clarify whether the three dogs involved in the accident are owned. If owners are confirmed, they will be required to fulfill their management responsibilities according to relevant provisions of the Animal Protection Act. If the dogs injure residents due to improper management, a fine of NT$3,000 to NT$15,000 can be imposed. (Editor: Li Shu-hua) 1150424
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