A search in Cass County for a pit bull that attacked and killed an elderly woman.

First responders were called to the South 200 block of Cass County Road 400 West just before 6 a.m. The woman, Beverly Hayden, 89, was found dead n the living room of her residence. She had been attacked there by her 100 pound pit bull. According to the sheriff’s office, a family member was present but was unable to stop the attack.

The dog escaped the residence and prompted a search. The dog is described as a black pit bull with a white chest, It was not wearing a collar. A Logansport Police drone was brought in to aid the search but efforts were unsuccessful as of this report.

If anyone locates the dog they are asked to immediately call 911. Do not approach the animal.