'Exorcist' Actress Linda Blair Faces Lawsuit After Pit Bull Attacks Miniature Horse

Actress Linda Blair, known for her role in 'Exorcist', is being sued after her pit bulls allegedly attacked a neighbor's miniature horse.

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The lawsuit was filed by Stephanie and Edgar Najar, whose horse was severely injured in the attack.

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The incident, claimed to have taken place on November 11, 2022, allegedly caused injuries to both plaintiffs as well.

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The Najars allege that this is not the first time Blair's dogs have attacked their livestock.

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Edgar Najar reportedly had to shoot one of the dogs to stop the attack.

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The couple is seeking over $25,000 in damages from Blair.

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Linda Blair is known for her commitment to animal rescue, particularly with "bully" breeds, through her Worldheart Foundation.

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On the foundation's website, Blair expresses her continued advocacy for these breeds, stating the issue lies with the owners, not the dogs.

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Blair admits struggling to continue her fight for animal rescue due to California's pet overpopulation crisis.

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The actress has invested her life's savings into animal welfare and the outcome of the horse's condition is currently unknown.

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