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Pit Bulls Attack Jogger in Miami
19 Jul
Summary
- A Florida man was brutally attacked by two pit bulls while jogging.
- The owner of the pit bulls allegedly ordered them to attack the victim.
- The owner, Jonte Jack, was arrested on multiple charges.
A terrifying incident unfolded in Miami's Wynwood neighborhood when a man was viciously attacked by two unleashed pit bulls during an evening jog on Wednesday, July 15. The victim, Evan Motlong, recounted how he intervened when the dogs targeted his own pet.
During the ordeal, Motlong was allegedly thrown to the ground and punched by the dogs' owner, suffering a black eye and severe bites to his arm while trying to free his dog. A witness captured video of the victim lying injured as the pit bull owner and his dogs walked away, with the owner reportedly kicking the victim's phone.
Following the attack, authorities identified the pit bull owner as Jonte Jack, 44. He was subsequently arrested and now faces charges including aggravated assault, battery, and resisting a police officer. Motlong expressed a desire for justice for himself and his dog.
