Overview

• Police say the attack occurred at the corner of Avenidas Bilbao and 11 in colonia San Nicolás Tolentino, where officers found the victim requesting help.
• Paramedics from Protección Civil reported a partial amputation of the right arm, avulsive wounds and probable hypovolemic shock, and transferred the woman to a hospital.
• Officers detained a 53-year-old alleged owner and presented her to the Ministerio Público after witnesses, including the victim’s daughter, reported she tried to hide the dog.
• The Brigada de Vigilancia Animal contained the pit bull and placed it under observation at a canine care center, and the SSC indicated the animal could be reclaimed after evaluation.
• Under Article 350 of the Mexico City Penal Code, owners may face prison time and fines for injuries caused by their animals, with penalties determined by prosecutors.