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A FedEx driver was hospitalized Wednesday after being attacked by two pit bulls.
West Valley City Animal Control Supervisor Kelly Davis said the driver, a man whose name they didn't immediately release, was making a package delivery to a home near 4000 South and 4200 West about 11:45 a.m. when the attack occurred.
Davis said animal-control officers arrived at the scene about 12:10 p.m. and found the FedEx driver suffering from numerous bites to the hands, arms, torso, legs and ankles. His injuries weren't life-threatening, but he was taken to Pioneer Valley Hospital for treatment.
"The driver had knocked on the door of the residence, and a young child answered. The two dogs came through the door and attacked, apparently unprovoked," Davis said.
The pit bulls were confiscated and remained in custody of animal-control officers pending completion of their investigation.
"The owner has signed over the animals to us. We are investigating the circumstances of this, and the disposition of the dogs is undetermined at this time.
However, they will not be going back home, and they will not be put up for adoption," Davis said.
Whether the dogs will be euthanized, or possibly given to a rescue organization, depends on the outcome of the investigation, he said.
As for the dogs' owners, the investigation will determine if they could face criminal charges or a lesser citation and fine, Davis said.
A spokeswoman for FedEx confirmed the company was aware of the attack and said they are cooperating with authorities investigating the incident.