A woman with three children was fatally attacked by a stray dog she had taken in, which later turned on her own pet. Barbara Brewington, 38, was discovered in her garden in Bonnetsville, North Carolina, on November 23, after trying to separate the stray dog from her smaller dog, resulting in the tragic incident.
Despite her efforts, Barbara succumbed to severe injuries sustained during the attack. Her pet survived, but the stray dog had to be euthanized by animal control authorities. Sampson County Sheriff Jimmy Thornton reported that Ms. Brewington was found with serious injuries and passed away despite rescue attempts.
Barbara, a married mother of three and a dental assistant at Village Family Dental, managed to save her smaller dog before collapsing. Her sister, Samantha, initiated a GoFundMe page to support Barbara’s children, praising her as a loving and joyful individual dedicated to her family.
The fundraiser has surpassed its initial goal, raising over $24,700 to date. Colleagues and classmates expressed their grief over the loss of Barbara, highlighting her positive impact and warm personality. Tributes and condolences have flooded in for Barbara’s family, acknowledging her as a kind and beloved individual.
Online condolences and messages of support have been pouring in for Barbara’s husband, Bradley, with many expressing sadness over the tragic event. The community mourns the loss of Barbara and remembers her with love and fond memories.