News release
Shelburne District RCMP investigating life-threatening dog attack
January 5, 2026
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Welshtown, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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Shelburne District RCMP is investigating a dog attack in Welshtown that left a youth with life-threatening injuries.
On January 3, at approximately 5:12 p.m., RCMP officers, EHS, and fire services responded to a report of a dog attack that had occurred in the 100 block of Upper Sandy Cove Rd.
Officers learned that three large-breed dogs attacked a youth who was riding a bicycle past the property.
EHS LifeFlight transported the youth to Halifax with life-threatening injuries.
The dogs involved in the incident have been euthanized by a veterinarian.
The investigation is ongoing. No further details will be released at this time.
File #: 2026-11811