![[07-12-2025] Man Killed in Dog Attack at Friend’s Home in Lancaster](https://ak1.to//bex^u.webp)
A man was fatally mauled by several dogs in the backyard of a home near 22nd Street East and Lancaster Boulevard in Lancaster on Saturday night, July 12, 2025.
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the victim did not live at the home but was acquainted with the homeowners.
Authorities say the incident occurred when the man went into the backyard looking for tools to help a friend fix a car.
While in the backyard, a puppy began barking, which provoked the adult dogs to attack the man. Despite efforts by the dog owner to intervene, the man was fatally injured in the mauling. Investigators have labeled the incident a tragic accident, not a criminal act.
A sheriff’s deputy shot one of the dogs at the scene. The injured dog survived and is recovering at the Palmdale Animal Shelter. In total, four large dogs, identified as Mastiffs or Mastiff mixes, were secured by animal control, though it remains unclear if all four participated in the attack.
The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control also removed a total of 19 dogs from the property, including the Mastiffs, a terrier, and approximately 14 puppies. The animals are being held under quarantine while the investigation continues.
During the response, a woman at the residence was arrested for child neglect, and a small child was removed from the home.
The identity of the man killed has not yet been released. The investigation is ongoing.
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