A 46‑year‑old man died after being bitten by three Belgian shepherd dogs in Racula’s forest on 12 October, prompting a police statement and plans for a shooter’s facility inspection.
Fatal dog bite in Racula
A 46‑year‑old man was mortally wounded when three Belgian shepherd dogs attacked him in a forest near Racula on 12 October. The attacker was taken to hospital and died three days later from his injuries.
Police statement and investigation
Police released an official statement detailing the incident and noting that inspectors will soon visit the private shooting range where the dogs had escaped. The statement also confirms a formal complaint was filed with prosecutors.
Background on dog owner
The dogs belonged to a 53‑year‑old man, a former policeman who was dismissed from service in January 2019. He was arrested last week, charged with wrongdoing, and given a pre‑trial detention; a life sentence is possible.
Prior incidents and legal actions
In 2022, a woman reported a serious dog bite by the owner’s dogs and then a 2019 alleged burglary at the shooting range. In 2024, the dogs were temporarily sent to an animal shelter, which refused to release them, citing the owner’s cooperation with police.
Police procedural comments
Policemen stated that all complaints regarding the owner’s care of the dogs were investigated under misdemeanor and criminal procedure codes. Decisions made during the preliminary investigation remain subject to prosecutor review.
Shooter facility oversight
The police clarified that control of the shooting range belongs to local municipal authorities, as well as building and environmental oversight agencies. Police do not participate in those approvals.
