A grieving mother is speaking out after her 7-month-old baby was tragically mauled to death by the family’s pit bull, in a heartbreaking incident that has left a community shaken and questioning the safety of keeping powerful dog breeds in homes with young children.
The devastating attack occurred late last week, when the infant was reportedly napping in a bassinet in the living room. According to initial police reports, the dog — described as a 4-year-old male pit bull named Tyson — suddenly lunged at the baby without warning.
Emergency services were called immediately, and first responders arrived within minutes. Despite efforts to resuscitate the infant, the baby was pronounced dead at the scene.
The mother, [Name withheld], shared her heartbreak in an emotional statement to local media.
“I never thought this could happen,” she said through tears. “Tyson was always so gentle — he slept beside her bassinet every night. We never saw any signs that he would do something like this.”
The family had owned Tyson since he was a puppy. Friends and neighbors described the dog as friendly and well-behaved, although some admitted they were always cautious due to his size and strength.
Animal Control has since taken custody of the dog. Authorities confirmed that the pit bull will be euthanized following the investigation, which is currently ongoing.
This incident has reignited the debate over breed-specific legislation and the risks associated with leaving infants or small children unsupervised around large dogs, regardless of their temperament.
Local child safety advocate, Maria Nunez, spoke out following the tragedy:
“This is an unimaginable loss. It’s a painful reminder that even trusted family pets can pose serious dangers — not because they’re ‘bad’ animals, but because they can act unpredictably.”
The mother is now calling for greater awareness and education around pet safety and children.
“I don’t want any other parent to go through what I’m going through. I loved that dog, but I’ll never forgive myself.”
A GoFundMe has been set up by relatives to help cover funeral expenses and grief support services. The family is asking for privacy as they mourn the loss of their beloved child.
