LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY—
U.S. POSTAL SERVICE
Other animal bites, nonvenomous · Cuts, lacerations
Final narrative
On or about 6/22/2015, an employee was attacked by a dog while carrying mail on his route. He sustained severe lacerations to his legs, arms, and face. He was taken to the hospital and received 30 stitches in his nose and 6 stitches in his hand.
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