By Crash News Writer 
Centennial, CO (July 9, 2026) – A United States Postal Service mail carrier suffered injuries after being attacked by a dog while delivering mail Monday afternoon on North Yosemite Street in Centennial. Emergency crews and animal services responded to the scene following reports of the incident.
According to the Colorado State Patrol, emergency dispatchers received a call at approximately 12:01 p.m. on Monday, July 6, regarding a dog attack in the area of North Yosemite Street in Centennial. Dispatch communications indicated that a pit bull attacked a mail carrier, leaving the victim with deep lacerations. The injured postal worker was able to take shelter inside a nearby apartment while awaiting medical assistance. Animal services were also requested to respond after dispatchers advised that the dog had been secured with its owner at the residence. The identity of the injured mail carrier has not been released, and authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
The information in this article is based on preliminary emergency dispatch information and may be updated as additional facts become available through the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not publicly identified the injured mail carrier or released additional details regarding the dog owner. Further information, including findings from animal services or law enforcement, may become available as the investigation progresses. Readers seeking additional information may review frequently asked questions in Colorado and accident resources in Colorado for helpful guidance. The content of this article is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or medical advice. Learn more by reading our disclaimer.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a dog attack or another incident caused by someone else’s negligence, contact an experienced Colorado personal injury lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your legal rights and available options for pursuing compensation.