Attacked Woman Made up Story About Random Dog: Sheriff
60-year-old woman, son face false report, obstruction charges
Monday, Aug 10, 2009 | Updated 7:46 PM EST
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The dog that actually attacked a woman in Spotsylvania County was actually her son's pit bull.
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. -- A 60-year-old woman and her son are facing charges after allegedly sending authorities on a wild dog chase, Spotsylvania County authorities said.
The charges stem from a pit bull attack. Sandra Manes and 32-year-old Michael Baggett face charges including obstruction of justice and filing a false police report, according to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office.
Manes suffered numerous bites and broke her shin bone and finger during the Aug. 2 attack. Her Labrador was euthanized due to life-threatening injuries.
Manes originally stated that she was walking her dog when a dog ran toward her and started attacking her dog.
An anonymous tip led authorities to Baggett, who told police his pit bull attacked his mother and her dog.
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Posted Monday, Aug 10, 2009 - 7:30 PM EST
