Charges Filed After Dog Pack Attack in Charlotte
Charlotte, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) — Two individuals are facing numerous charges following a disturbing dog pack attack that occurred in late August in northwest Charlotte, injuring several people.
Incident Overview
On August 26, seven dogs owned by Rychelle Morrow (44 years old) and Rodney Morrow (75 years old), reportedly fell out of a U-Haul truck after the vehicle hit a bump. The dogs charged toward a woman, leading to a series of attacks that left multiple people injured.
Charges Filed
On September 16, police arrested Rychelle and Rodney Morrow, with each charged with:
- Abandonment of an animal: seven counts
- Cruelty to animals: seven counts
- Failure to vaccinate: seven counts
- Failure to display rabies tag: seven counts
Details of the Attack
First responders reported that three individuals had to be hospitalized due to severe injuries. During the chaos, an officer shot one dog that was actively attacking a victim.
Surveillance footage captured the dogs spilling from the vehicle moments before the attacks began, confirming their involvement. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with one neighbor recalling using a shovel to fend off the dogs.
Victim Accounts
Multiple victims, including Angela Johnson, described the horror of the attack. Johnson suffered injuries that required stitches and a rabies shot after being bitten.
Context and Next Steps
Charlotte police and animal control are continuing to investigate the case, while neighbors express shock and concern over the violent incident.
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