BAY SHORE, NY – A nine-year-old girl is on the mend after a frightening encounter with a neighbor’s dog left her with severe injuries. The incident, which occurred on Saturday morning, has sparked a police investigation in this Long Island community.
According to the girl’s family, the pit bull suddenly attacked her as she was getting into the family car outside their home. The young girl, identified as Daniela, was rushed to the hospital with injuries too harrowing to be publicly detailed.
Her father recounted the terrifying moment, explaining how the dog latched onto his daughter’s face and wouldn’t let go until the dog’s owner intervened. “I just jumped right on his back,” he said, describing the seconds that felt like an eternity.
Daniela has since been discharged from the hospital, but the road to recovery is long. She is scheduled to visit a plastic surgeon in three weeks, as her family fears the physical and emotional scars may linger.
The family is calling for the dog to be removed from the neighborhood, citing ongoing fears for their safety. The Town of Islip has mandated that the dog be confined for ten days, while animal control has cited the owners for failing to license the pet.
The incident has left the family anxious about returning home, especially since the dog owner’s property lacks a fence, heightening their concerns about safety. The community awaits further action from authorities as they grapple with the aftermath of this distressing event.