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Women Killed in Dog Attack in Tioga County
Friday, January 17th 2025, 7:28 PM EST
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One woman is dead after the Tioga County Sheriff's Office says she was attacked by her dog Thursday.
According to the office, deputies were dispatched on January 16, to 188 Pleasant View Drive in Apalachin for an animal/man down complaint.
After investigation, it was discovered that 51-year-old Darnelle A. Greeno was attacked by her dog.
The dog then attacked a bystander who was walking their dog at the time, who police say, was able to dispatch the animal.
Greeno was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Authorities say the dog is now deceased, and there is no further threat to the community.