A 15-month-old girl has been killed by a dog in Nevada, according to authorities.
The dog, a 4-year-old rottweiler, belonged to a family friend, according to the Henderson Police Department. The attack occurred Saturday morning at a home on Appian Way in Henderson, police said.
(MORE: 'World's most dangerous bird' kills 75-year-old man in Florida: Officials)The girl was transported to Henderson Hospital, where she died from her injuries, according to authorities.
The dog was euthanized at the request of the owner, police said.
(MORE: Idaho woman breaking up dog fight realizes one combatant is a juvenile mountain lion)Neighbor Michael Seed told ABC Las Vegas affiliate KTNV that he was "speechless" over the little girl's tragic death.
"I'm sure the family's hurting," Seed said.
(MORE: Vicious dog attack leaves 13-year-old boy dead)Additional details on the attack were not immediately available. The investigation is ongoing.