Fatal Mauling: Man Killed in Vicious Pit Bull Attack in Albany; Investigation Into Dog Owner’s Liability Underway
Albany, NY — Tragedy struck on a quiet Wednesday evening when a man was fatally mauled by several pit bulls in Albany, leading to deeper inquiries into local dog management and owner responsibilities. James Provost, a 59-year-old resident of Schenectady, succumbed to his injuries after being attacked by a group of dogs in a backyard on Central Avenue around 6 p.m. Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins described the scene as harrowing, noting the immediacy and …