Dog loose

[DJR]

I tried to report it to the police.  Who is absolutely clueless what I mean I want to report the case.  They say it is not their jurisdiction.  I told them I just want it on record that the dog bit me as I also phoned them a few months ago reporting the dog being loose.  They eventually gave me a white piece of paper to write my name and address on which I am sure was filed in file 13 before I even left the building.

 

I have told the owner of the dog is also a policeman.

 

He agreed to cover any costs but as the doctor explained to me.  Until he does I am liable.

Insist that the cops take your statement and give you a case number - or it didn't happen.

[TK-Sp3cialiSt]

Get it on record at your local SPCA who will have the interest of the animal at heart and will ensure that the police attend to warning the owner

[Blackbeard]

I tried to report it to the police.  Who is absolutely clueless what I mean I want to report the case.  They say it is not their jurisdiction.  I told them I just want it on record that the dog bit me as I also phoned them a few months ago reporting the dog being loose.  They eventually gave me a white piece of paper to write my name and address on which I am sure was filed in file 13 before I even left the building.

 

I have told the owner of the dog is also a policeman.

 

He agreed to cover any costs but as the doctor explained to me.  Until he does I am liable. 

Approach the municipality and request them to lay criminal charges on your behalf. Report the police station to the Western Cape ombudsman, Peloki, and be sure to advise that the guilty owner is also a policeman.

[TK-Sp3cialiSt]

A number of links i just found

 

http://www.animal-info.co.za/dog-attacks.html

 

http://www.claimhelp.co.za/dog-bite-attacks/michael-de-broglio-attorneys

 

http://www.kwazuzulwazi.co.za/2014/05/09/can-claim-damages-dog-bite/

 

Not saying all is true, but if De Broglio has it on his list of claims, then it must be a common occurence, maybe give them a call and ask if he has a copy of rules/regulations/can advise who to contact

[wessie12]

Approach the municipality and request them to lay criminal charges on your behalf. Report the police station to the Western Cape ombudsman, Peloki, and be sure to advise that the guilty owner is also a policeman.

The owner needs to take responsibility if he does not then the legal route is basically the only way you can force him to pay. What criminal charge can you lay? The police can only investigate it if the owner deliberately set the dog on you with the intention to hurt you.  

 

He was definitely negligent and should have foreseen that this would happen. If it was me I would not even approach him. Let your lawyer handle it and sue the living daylight out of him. Good luck

[Skylark]

I categorically hate lazy policeman, makes my blood boil, had it a few times, "not my jurisdiction" is the words they use when they just couldn't give a kcuf. If due to the nature of the situation its not for them to open a case then they should be directing you to to the correct place that will able to deal with it or showing you the correct manner in which to address the issue. They are the custodians of the law, who else are you supposed to turn to.

 

But no crime committed when someone's dog assaulted you and ripped open your leg?

 

I think perhaps you are supposed to get a doctor's examination report(hopefully you got that when you were stitched up, I think its a bit more thorough than a normal doctors report to prevent any ambiguity) on the injury and then you use that to sue/hold the owner culpable in court.

[Oufy MTB (Roadie)]

if a dog bites me or come near my toddlers, I will kill it, end of story.

 

I can hardly go to a park where there are not people letting there dog free, I end up going home because I am met with with arrogance when I ask them to leash their dog. Having their dog running free is very important for their well being I get told.

 

I love animals, but I love my kids more

[Blackbeard]

The owner needs to take responsibility if he does not then the legal route is basically the only way you can force him to pay. What criminal charge can you lay? The police can only investigate it if the owner deliberately set the dog on you with the intention to hurt you.  

 

He was definitely negligent and should have foreseen that this would happen. If it was me I would not even approach him. Let your lawyer handle it and sue the living daylight out of him. Good luck

Dog owners are required to exercise control of their dogs at all times and failure to do so is a breach of the municipal by-laws which attracts criminal sanction. Hence my suggestion that Mads approach the municipality and my suggestion a few months back that the failure to control the dog should be reported to the municipality. Nothing will focus the dog owner's mind like being summons to appear in court - it is likely that he will offer satisfactory compensation to Mads prior to the court date. The court is also empowered to award civil compensation at a criminal trial of this sort.

 

Civil litigation is all very exciting but it will leave Mads out of pocket and frustrated. We pay taxes - let the public servants do what they are obliged to do.

[Skylark]

For feature reference if someone is bitten by a strangers dog when in a public place and reporting the incident to the police is not the correct next step what is the correct procedure to ensure the owner is brought to book and covers any expenses/damges incurred?

Say perhaps you are in a rural area, no local municipality to fight on your behalf.

[Swart Kat]

Mads, looks like there is some kind of spell against you and Fine Breede.... Just rest your leg and come do a scenic 35k's Breede. My cleanfather always takes along some pepperspray and man, dogs dont "dig" that at all......

[Blackbeard]

For feature reference if someone is bitten by a strangers dog when in a public place and reporting the incident to the police is not the correct next step what is the correct procedure to ensure the owner is brought to book and covers any expenses/damges incurred?

Say perhaps you are in a rural area, no local municipality to fight on your behalf.

Reporting the incident to the SAPS is the correct step. They are obliged to record the incident. It is not for any policeman or woman to decide what does or does not constitute a crime as it is outside their competency. Our police force is regrettable an extremely blunt instrument. Failure to exercise control at all times over a dog is criminal negligence whether the dog is called Fifi or Butch.

[NixM]

Damn that looks painful. Keep an eye on it, you don't want it to get infected. In the mean time keep your leg elevated as much as possible, preventing stasis of oedema fluid will help with both pain and healing process.

 

Don't worry I will come in in last position at the fine Breede race just for you!

[Uni]

Always sad that dogs bear the brunt of irresponsible humans.

Hope this owner gets some good schooling out of this incident.

Mads good luck on the healing and fighting the fight.

 

At buffelsdrift on Sat, last stretch coming through what seems like a guesthouse , little dog goes for my partner after he greeted the woman, then came at me, I was a bit nervous. The owner says / does nothing. At first I was peeved about that, but I guess a hyper owner would just get the dog more excitable.

[popcorn_skollie]

An aggressive dog isn't a happy one. If a dog has a tendency to bite with the intention of causing grievous bodily harm without being threatened then the dog is a danger to all. This is usually because of neglect or abuse. If the owner cannot or will not keep the dog in check then the dog needs to be removed from his care. By force if necessary.

 

I'm sorry about what happened to you. I hope you heal up soon. But worse things may happen. Especially if there are children playing outside and the owner cannot or will not remedy the situation. His solution might just be to chain the dog up which is just about the worst thing he could do. 

 

I would call the SPCA to make sure they do an inspection.

[eraser]

Sorry to hear Mads

 

Heal up well, look forward to doing another "Argus Route" ride with you and the guys, VA Seapoint.

[garrethk]

I thought that if you were bitten by a dog, the owner could be charged with assault