92-Year-Old Pearsall Man Attacked by Dogs, Hospitalized

The victim suffered serious injuries and underwent surgery after the incident in his own backyard.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 1:48am

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A 92-year-old man in Pearsall, Texas was attacked by two dogs, believed to be pit bulls, in his own backyard on Wednesday morning. The man was taken to a San Antonio-area hospital with serious injuries and underwent surgery. Animal Control officers apprehended the dogs and are investigating the incident, with the owner cooperating.

Why it matters

This attack highlights the need for better enforcement of city ordinances related to pet ownership and public safety, especially in residential areas where vulnerable elderly residents may be at risk.

The details

According to the victim's former son-in-law, Adan Vela, the 92-year-old man was attacked around 9 a.m. on Wednesday on Govea Street by what Vela believes were pit bulls. The victim was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, and KSAT 12 chose not to publish photos of the injuries due to their graphic nature.

  • The attack occurred around 9 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2026.

The players

Adan Vela

The former son-in-law of the 92-year-old victim.

Pearsall Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the incident and working with Animal Control.

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What they’re saying

“I was upset about the lack of enforcement on city ordinances, including ones related to pets.”

— Adan Vela, Former son-in-law of the victim

What’s next

Animal Control officers are continuing their investigation into the incident and working to determine the owner of the dogs involved.

The takeaway

This attack underscores the need for stronger enforcement of local pet ownership laws and regulations to protect vulnerable members of the community, especially the elderly, from potential dangers posed by uncontrolled animals.