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Pit Bull Attack Leads to Charge Against Owner
The owner of a pit bull who bit two people and seriously injured their dog was charged with violating a township ordinance, Salisbury Township Police said.

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The owner of a pit bull who bit two people and seriously injured their dog was charged with violating a township ordinance, Salisbury Township Police said.

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