A late-night clash near Houghton's Pond in Milton ended with a dog being stabbed after a person said the animal attacked them, according to state police. The incident unfolded late Monday near the popular recreation spot just south of Boston.
Troopers, Milton police and animal control officers were called to the area of 46 Blue River Road at about 11:30 p.m. The dog was taken from the scene to a nearby veterinary clinic for treatment. Authorities did not immediately release the condition of the person who reported being attacked.
State police said their response centered on 46 Blue River Road, near Houghton's Pond. The person who said they were bitten told officers they stabbed the dog, and the dog's owner told police the animal had been off leash, according to NBC Boston. The outlet also reported that Milton's animal control officer will conduct a follow-up investigation.
Where It Happened
Houghton's Pond sits inside the state-managed Blue Hills Reservation, a heavily used recreation area that draws hikers, swimmers and families during the warmer months. Parking lots and trails can get crowded, especially in the evenings and on weekends.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation's page for Houghton's Pond notes that dogs are not allowed on the pond's swimming beach, a rule that underscores how off-leash encounters in the area can quickly escalate, according to Mass.gov.
Officials have not released the names of those involved or said whether any charges will be filed. Initial reports did not include specific details about injuries to the person who said they were attacked. Milton's animal control officer is expected to complete the follow-up investigation, and authorities have asked anyone with information about the incident to contact local police.
