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Pit Bull Attack Leaves Child With 16 Wounds
20 Sep
Summary
- A child suffered 16 bite wounds from a pit bull attack.
- The attack occurred when the boy stopped to talk to a friend.
- Police are investigating, but no case is registered yet.
A young boy in Gurgaon, identified as Granth, a Class 7 student, was severely attacked by a pit bull on Saturday evening. The incident occurred in the B Block of NIT-3 when Granth stopped his bicycle near a house. The dog, belonging to the homeowner, suddenly emerged and inflicted approximately 16 bite wounds on the child's hands, legs, and other body parts.
According to Granth's father, Jitendra, the dog continued its assault as the boy screamed for assistance, and the owner allegedly failed to intervene. Neighbors were alerted by the commotion and managed to separate the pit bull after a crowd gathered. Granth received initial first aid at BK Hospital and was subsequently transferred to a private facility for further treatment. He is now recovering at home.
Jitendra has filed a formal complaint with the NIT-3 police post. Authorities have acknowledged receipt of the complaint and initiated an investigation. The police plan to examine the details of the attack and the allegations against the dog's owner. However, the officer in charge noted that the families are currently engaged in mediation, and no official case has been registered to date.
