Rescue dog kills woman, severely injures another at Florida animal shelter, may have been RABID
MIAMI, FLORIDA: A rescue dog at an animal shelter killed a woman and severely injured another one. The woman who died has been identified as Pam Robb, a retired volunteer at the shelter. The dog that attacked them was named Gladys, who was eventually taken to Broward Animal Care where it was put to death. A sample was also taken from the large, mixed breed to find out if it suffered from rabies.
As per reports, the tragedy happened before 11 in the morning on Thursday, February 17, at the shelter named '100+ Abandoned Dogs of Everglades Florida' in the Broward County town. After a 911 call was made about the dog attack, Broward Sheriff's deputies and Oakland Park Fire Rescue arrived at the scene to find the two women bitten by the dog. Broward Sheriff's Office spokeswoman Claudinne Caro said: “The two adult females are workers. One of them was working with the dog when apparently the dog suddenly snapped. The second adult female tried to aid the worker, but in the process, she herself got injured,” before adding, “What I understand is the dog was a rescue and this is the first time the dog had some sort of incident like this where he snaps.”
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Robb’s longtime partner, Angie Anobile, has spoken after her demise. She said, “She had a love for those animals, she really did, and they responded very well to her. This was just a fluke accident. No one did anything out of the ordinary.”
Lindas Decurzio, an ex-volunteer at the rescue facility, spoke to CBS Miami as she said: “I'm very shocked and I'm very upset. And I can't believe it. They take such wonderful care of these dogs. They're wonderful with these dogs and how something like this could happen, it's unbelievable.”
100+ Abandoned Dogs of Everglades Florida also took to Facebook while remembering the woman. The tribute read, “Our Hearts are Broken for our Dear Friend Pam. our deepest condolences to her family & friends. We are All grieving & ask for you to please give us time to process this great misfortune & loss of our Dear friend. We thank you for your love & patience.”
The social media post attracted a lot of comments with a user saying, “We here @ Paw Patrol Animal Rescue & Sanctuary are devastated by this tragedy and are sending prayers for Pam, her family and all the volunteers. RIP PAM.” Another user wrote:“So sorry for the loss of your dear friend. Prayers of strength and comfort to her family and all of the 100 + family. May Pam be Resting In Peace.”
A comment read: “Deepest condolences to all!! May God give strength to her family, friends and all 100+ angels. Rest easy in peace Pam.” Another comment was “Sending heartfelt prayers to Pam's family and to all the Angels at 100plus. Such an unimaginable loss for Pam's family and the rescue community. I will keep all of you in my prayers. . May she Rest In Peace.” “My deepest condolences to Amy, Carol, Pam’s family and the whole 100+ family on this immensely tragic day. I Wish you strength to help get through this and peace in your wonderful memories. Rest In Peace dear Pam. You were an angel for the weak, sick and lonely,” a person said.