Overview
- The attack occurred a few days earlier inside a Mariconda apartment, with the family dog suddenly lunging despite no prior signs of aggression toward the child.
- Emergency responders found the toddler bleeding with facial wounds, and surgeons performed urgent maxillofacial surgery at Naples’ Santobono pediatric hospital.
- Doctors describe the survival as a “miracle,” say the operation went well, report the child is improving and not in life-threatening condition, and expect a return home soon.
- ASL Salerno’s veterinary service has taken custody of the pit bull for the required measures while authorities continue inquiries into what provoked the incident.
- The case echoes a September 17 attack in Scafati that severely injured a 9-year-old, and the mayor has urged clearer rules for the adoption and management of dogs.