Botetourt County officials said Monday morning that a 4-year-old had been transported to the hospital on Sunday after being attacked by a dog at a gathering.

Deputies responded to the incident on Timber Ridge Road on Sunday.

Witnesses stated that they heard the child screaming from outside and came out to see the child being attacked by the dog.

The child's father then pulled the dog off the child.

EMS arrived shortly after deputies and began treatment of the child, who was transported to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital for continued treatment, according to the statement.

No details have been released on the child's condition.

Officials said the dog was shot prior to Deputies and Animal Control Officer's arrival. Animal Control has since taken possession of the dog, which has transported it to the health department for testing.

No charges have been placed at this time; but the incident is still under investigation.