Mother of 4-Year-Old Colton Michael Kline Seeks Justice for Dog Attack Victim’s Death

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Mother of 4-Year-Old Boy Killed by Dog on Halloween in North Spokane Seeks Justice

SPOKANE, Wash. – The mother of the four-year-old boy who tragically lost his life in a dog attack on Halloween in Spokane is now speaking out, demanding justice for her son’s death. This devastating incident occurred on October 31 at around 8 p.m. near East Walton Avenue and North Nevada Street, prompting a swift response from the Spokane Police Department (SPD).

As officers arrived at the scene, they discovered that the family’s dog had attacked the small child, later identified as Colton Michael Kline. Despite the immediate medical attention provided by first responders, the child succumbed to his injuries, leaving the community in shock and mourning the loss.

Initial reports from the SPD indicated that no criminality was involved in the incident, labeling it as a tragic accident unrelated to Halloween activities. However, recent court documents reveal a new twist in the case, shedding light on the ownership of the dog. According to these documents, the dog actually belonged to a 48-year-old man named Dustin Block. The nature of Block’s connection to the family remains undisclosed.

What further complicates this heartbreaking story is that Block was already facing charges of voyeurism and possession of child pornography, with an upcoming trial scheduled. As part of his release conditions, Block was strictly prohibited from having any contact with individuals under the age of 18. Shockingly, it has now come to light that Kline had been staying at Block’s residence multiple times, clearly violating the conditions of his release.

Block is currently being held in the Spokane County Jail for violating the terms of his release, and the Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office has issued a warrant for his arrest. In addition to the charges he was already facing, new court records reveal that a thumb drive containing explicit images of minors was found at Block’s residence. The photos depict unconscious minors with their shirts lifted, and the scar on Block’s hand matches that seen in the images.

Testimony from a victim who was 15 years old at the time of the alleged incidents in 2015 suggests that Block and her father, who would often drink together, would engage in inappropriate behavior. The victim recalled instances where Block had made advances and even offered her money to engage in sexual activities when she was still a minor. Although the victim identified herself in the photos, she has no recollection of them being taken.

During Block’s previous court hearing, he was released without bail on the condition that he would have no contact with individuals under the age of 18. However, new evidence suggests that he repeatedly violated this condition by having Kline stay at his home on multiple occasions.

Block’s bond for release has been set at $100,000, and his next court appearance is scheduled for Tuesday, with the trial date set for December 11.

Meanwhile, the grieving mother of the victim, Payton Vens, expressed her devastation upon learning about the charges pending against Block. Vens stated that had she been informed of Block’s background, she would never have allowed her son to be in his care. She hopes that Block will face the maximum legal consequences for his actions.

Vens also emphasized that she had never witnessed any aggressive behavior from the dog that attacked her son. Furthermore, she was unaware that Block had been drinking on the night of the incident, as she had entrusted her son’s care to her sober mother while dealing with a personal medical emergency.

In the wake of this tragedy, the Spokane community has rallied around the grieving family, offering kind words and prayers. A GoFundMe page has been set up to assist with the funeral expenses of Colton Michael Kline. Those who wish to contribute can use the following link: [https://www.gofundme.com/f/colton-michael-kline](https://www.gofundme.com/f/colton-michael-kline)

This heartbreaking story serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible pet ownership and the need for vigilance in ensuring the safety of children. As the investigation continues and the legal proceedings unfold, the community stands united in seeking justice for Colton and supporting his grieving family..