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'It's Nothing Short Of A Nightmare': Family Stunned By Death Of Area Woman In Dog Attack
The family of an area woman who was home alone when she was killed during an attack by either one or both of her dogs said their hearts are "shattered at the sudden, unexpected, and tragic death."
The Dutchess County woman, Arlene Renna, 67, of Pleasant Valley, was found unconscious on her living room floor by her husband around 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, when he returned home, New York State Police said.
A subsequent investigation determined the wounds, and circumstances were consistent with a dog attack. Two Coonhounds were kept in the home as pets, state police said.
Police did…