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46-year-old Tamieka White, a sheriff from Indiana, tragically passed away while trying to protect her young son from a “pitbull-type” dog which was attacking them inside their home on May 9, 2023. As soon as authorities reached Tamieka’s home, the dog pounced on the police officers and tried to attack them as well, resulting in them having to shoot the animal down.
While the identity of the animal’s owner has not been revealed by the authorities, Brittany Seligman, the slain deputy’s commander, said:
"First and foremost, Deputy White was a mother. She died last night protecting the most important person in her life in a tragic animal attack in her home.”
Furthermore, the Marion County Sheriff’s office, where Tamieka had been working since 2007, also posted an obituary on Facebook calling her a “courageous and dedicated public servant.” The department also called her a “bright light to everyone.”
Apart from the dog killed on the scene, the Indianapolis Animal Care Services - summoned soon after the incident, recovered three more dogs and a cat from the deceased police officer’s home.
Social media users mourn the passing away of Tamieka White
Social media users are mourning the death of Tamieka White's passing ever since the news was made public. White, who was well-known and loved, touched the lives of many through her journey as a police officer and her kind-hearted nature.
As the news of her passing spreads across social media platforms, tributes and messages of condolences are pouring in.
Authorities report that Tamieka’s son is in good condition
The authorities, who reached the scene around 8 pm on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, reported that the incident took place around 7:45 pm. As they reached the house of the police officer, they saw a woman lying in a pool of blood in the garage area. The woman was later identified as Tamieka White.
Authorities also took White’s son to a local level 1 trauma centre, where he was stated to be in “good” condition. It was also revealed that the dogs and a cat found at Tamieka’s house were not hers, as she was dogsitting the animals for a friend.
At the moment, the dogs are being detained as a part of the ongoing inquiry.
Tamieka White joined the department since 2007, and she was attached to the Judicial Enforcement Division. Her role at work was to oversee the transportation of inmates from the prison to the court and vice versa. At the moment, the family has not released any statement addressing her death or the funeral.
