Pregnant Woman Severely Injured in Dog Attack in Topeka; Unborn Twins Protected
A pregnant woman in Topeka, Kansas, was severely injured during a dog attack on July 17. She was 24 weeks pregnant and instinctively tried to protect her unborn twins during the assault, resulting in broken bones and a severe eye…
Charlotte, NC, July 25, 2026 —
TOPEKA, KS – A pregnant woman sustained severe injuries, including broken bones and a serious eye injury, after being attacked by dogs on July 17 in Topeka, Kansas. The woman, who was 24 weeks pregnant with twins, reportedly attempted to shield her unborn children during the assault.
The incident resulted in injuries that have necessitated multiple surgeries for the victim. Details regarding the specific breeds of the dogs involved were not immediately available.
Following the attack, law enforcement responded to the scene. One of the dogs was shot and killed by police. The second dog involved in the incident has been taken into quarantine. The owner of the dogs was issued a citation, though the specific nature of the citation was not provided.
The woman’s condition and the extent of her recovery timeline were not detailed. Information regarding the circumstances that led to the dog attack was also not provided.
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