Pit Bull Seized After Injuring 13-Year-Old Girl

A pit bull was seized by Bay County, Florida Animal Control after it crossed a street to attack a 13-year-old girl, leaving her with personal injuries. The dog also attempted to bite a man who came to the child’s aid.

The incident took place shortly after 5 p.m. on September 25, according to a Bay County Sheriff’s Office report. The girl and her mother had just gotten out of their vehicle in the driveway of their home when the dog ran from the yard across the street and attacked.

The report said that the girl sustained two puncture wounds to her upper back. The fiancé of the girl’s mother, Steve Jones, rushed to her aid, but the dog turned on him. However, he was able to kick the dog away.

The dog then returned to its home until Animal Control arrived. Its owner, Petra Bell, was not at home when the attack happened, but a deputy and the Animal Control officer were able to contact her. She surrendered the dog without incident.