2-year-old boy dies after being attacked by family pit bull - Jornal da Comarca

A two-year-old boy died early Tuesday afternoon (18/08) after being attacked by the family dog, a pit bull, in the yard of his home in Agudos (SP). According to the police report, the victim was identified as Luiz Henrique da Silva.

According to the account given by the father, 22, his son was playing in the yard when he heard screams and ran to check. When he arrived, he found the dog, which was off-leash, attacking the child and biting him on the neck.

The father told police he kicked the animal to stop the attack. As soon as the dog released the boy, the man immediately rushed him to the Emergency Care Unit (UPA) in Agudos.

Medical staff attempted resuscitation to try to save the boy, but he did not survive his injuries and died at the health facility.

The police report states the dog is an adult male, five years old. The owner reported he had adopted the animal about a year and two months earlier and that he was the only one able to control the dog.

The case was referred to the Agudos Police Department and recorded as culpable homicide (manslaughter, i.e. without intent to kill). Civil Police are investigating.

VIDEO: Pitbull shot dead after charging at police officers during a stop in Itajaí

August 19, 2026

A police encounter in Itajaí, Santa Catarina ended in a dog’s death on the evening of August 18. Officers were conducting a stop on Juvenal Garcia Street when they approached a homeless man accompanied by a large pitbull.

According to the Military Police account, the animal charged toward the officers during the interaction. One of the officers fired a shot to try to contain the dog. Despite being wounded, the animal allegedly continued advancing, prompting a second shot. The dog died at the scene.

Prior incidents

Police indicated the dog had previously attacked another homeless person just days earlier, biting that individual’s ear. The initial attack reportedly proved difficult to stop and required the owner’s intervention to end it.

Circumstances

The large pitbull was unleashed and unmuzzled during the police encounter. Authorities noted the rapid escalation once the animal charged at officers, leading to the decision to use lethal force.

The incident remains under investigation by the competent authorities to determine the circumstances and appropriateness of the police response.

Evellyn Catheryne was attacked while retrieving clothes in her backyard in Goiânia; the girl is hospitalized and will need a procedure to reconstruct the affected area. By Newsroom | Published on August 12, 2026

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A 4-year-old girl attacked by a pit bull in her backyard in Goiânia (GO) will need surgery to reconstruct her scalp. Evellyn Catheryne suffered severe head injuries during the attack and is hospitalized at the Governador Otávio Lage de Siqueira State Emergency Hospital (Hugol).

The attack occurred last Friday (7th) while the girl's parents were preparing lunch. According to her mother, Monyki Rayanna dos Santos Oliveira, Evellyn went into the backyard to grab a piece of clothing that had fallen from the clothesline. The dog, which belongs to the owner of the property where the family lives, was unleashed at the time.

Upon hearing the screams, the parents rushed to the backyard and found the child being attacked by the animal. The father managed to pull the pit bull away, but according to the mother's account, the dog lunged at the girl again. During the attack, part of Evellyn's scalp was torn off.

According to the family, doctors are still evaluating which technique will be used to reconstruct the affected area. One possibility is stretching the healthy scalp to cover the injured site. If that procedure is not feasible, it may be necessary to take skin from another part of the body for a graft.

The mother also fears that the scars left by the attack will affect her daughter's self-esteem in the future. She noted that beyond concerns regarding her recovery, the family is facing financial difficulties in covering treatment costs.

The family had moved from Jataí to Goiânia about 15 days before the attack. According to Monyki, the dog had not previously shown aggressive behavior and was usually kept secured.

Hugol reported that Evellyn is admitted to the Pediatric Ward, in overall stable condition, conscious, and breathing spontaneously. There is no estimated discharge date yet due to the need for surgery and the recovery period.

The mother states that despite the severity of the injuries, the girl is eating and playing normally. According to the family, the dog's owner has been providing assistance and is expected to help cover treatment expenses.

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Nero does not survive his injuries and dies after pit bull attack in Garça
The dog was over 10 years old, according to a family member, and did not survive his wounds; death occurred on the afternoon of this Thursday (13th)

Nero, a mixed-breed dog of medium build with a caramel-coloured coat, died on the afternoon of Thursday the 13th after being attacked by one of the pit bulls that escaped from a neighbouring property in the Labienópolis neighbourhood of Garça.

According to a family member speaking to Garça em Foco, Nero was over 10 years old. The animal received veterinary care following the attack but did not survive his injuries.

The incident took place on the morning of Wednesday the 12th, at around 7 a.m., on Rua Santana. According to the police report, two pit bulls escaped from the neighbouring property and reached the resident's home. Nero, however, was attacked by only one of the dogs.

During the incident, people in the area helped drive the animals away. After being removed from the scene, one of the pit bulls reportedly re-entered the yard through a gap in the rear fence that borders the two properties.

After the attack, Nero was taken for veterinary care. His owner reported that the dog had bite wounds across various parts of his body, had received stitches, had one leg bandaged, and also had injuries around the mouth.

This August incident was reportedly not the first involving the same dogs. A report filed in April of this year describes another attack on a dog belonging to the same resident, also inside the property. On that occasion, the animal sustained injuries considered serious.

The new report was filed as an incident with a known perpetrator and classified as a criminal misdemeanour for failure to exercise due care in the keeping or handling of animals, under Article 31 of the Law of Criminal Misdemeanours. The document was forwarded for review by the relevant police authority.

Nero's death represents a new development in the case and deepens the family's concern — they had already expressed fear that the animals would escape again and attack other people or animals.

Pit Bull attacks owner, terrorises neighbours and kills at least two dogs in Goiás
Owner suffered injuries to the abdomen and right ankle; the dog reportedly had a "rage episode"
25/04/25 at 12:01

A pit bull attacked its owner and killed at least two dogs in Rio Verde, in the south-west of Goiás, on the afternoon of last Tuesday (22nd). The Military Police were called and reported that the animal invaded a neighbour's home after attacking its owner and fleeing, and was eventually contained with the help of the Fire Department.

The animal's owner sustained injuries to his abdomen and right ankle. He told the Military Police that the dog had a "rage episode" and attacked him, then escaped into the street and broke into the neighbouring house, located in the Residencial Nilson Veloso area.

Footage circulated on social media shows the pit bull alongside another dog, dragging a smaller animal. The person narrating the video says the dogs had already killed three other animals in the area. However, the Military Police confirmed two dogs dead.

The Fire Department provided first aid to the owner, who was taken to hospital. After receiving medical treatment, he returned home accompanied by the fire crew.

Upon arriving home, the owner called the pit bull by name, and the animal responded without showing any aggression. The dog was contained and left in the owner's care.

The incident was recorded as "Failure to Restrain a Dangerous Animal."

Woman Injured After Attack by Pit Bull That Escaped from Residence in Marília

By Alcyr Netto

A 20-year-old woman was injured after being attacked by a pit bull on Monday afternoon (10) in Vila Hípica Paulista, south zone of Marília. The case was registered by the Civil Police as involuntary bodily injury (lesão corporal culposa) and negligent supervision of an animal (omissão de cautela na guarda de animal), with the dog’s owner under investigation.

The victim stated that she was walking along Major Eliziário de Camargo Barbosa Street around 6:00 PM when she was surprised by the dog, which had escaped from a neighboring residence. The animal attacked her, inflicting bites on her left hand, right arm, and left leg. The attack was only stopped after the young woman's stepfather noticed the situation and managed to pull the dog away.

During the attack, the victim called out for the dog’s owner, but stated that the owner provided no assistance at that moment. After the incident, the young woman was taken to the South Zone Emergency Care Unit (UPA), where she received medical treatment. Due to the severity of one of the injuries, stitches were required on her left hand.

The victim also reported that when she approached the dog owner to ask about treatment costs, she was told that the owner "didn't give a damn." The case was registered at the Civil Police station, and a request was issued for a forensic medical examination (exame de corpo de delito) at the Legal Medical Institute (IML).

The Civil Police advised the victim on the legal timeframe to press criminal charges against the suspect under investigation.

“He Will Pay with His Life”: Mother of 2-Year-Old Girl Bitten by Dog Seeks the End of the Canine

The attack occurred last weekend in the city of Minas. The little girl was admitted to the Pereira Rossell Hospital.

August 11, 2026, 07:14 | Reading time: 2 min

A girl of just two years old is recovering from injuries suffered when she was attacked by a large dog. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon in the La Coronilla neighborhood of the city of Minas.

At the time of the event, the minor was with her father in the public street and tried to touch the animal, which reacted violently.

According to the local media outlet Minas Portal, the little girl suffered significant injuries to her face, skull, and right arm. She was immediately taken to the Alfredo Vidal y Fuentes Hospital, where she received initial medical assistance and major injuries were confirmed, which led to the decision to transfer her to the Pereira Rossell Hospital in Montevideo. After receiving multiple sutures, she was admitted for observation, and her life is not in danger.

On social media, the girl's mother rejected speculation that the child was alone on the street and clarified that she was accompanied.

“My girl is raised among animals; she has five dogs and two cats. The dogs in my house love her just like her cats do, and she loves her little animals. All she wanted to do was hug the dog, and the dog attacked her,” the woman shared. “This goes out to all those who commented without knowing, asking where the baby's parents were,” she added.

In the same post, the woman expressed her desire for the attacking animal to be put down.

“That dog, after my daughter recovers, is going to pay with his life because that is how I am going to get my payback on that animal,” she wrote.

Additionally, numerous internet users from Minas commented on the woman's words, expressed their support, and voiced their concern over the large number of loose dogs seen in the mountain region's capital.

Regarding the animal in question, the report notes that it is a "Pitbull cross" dog, and there is no information on record regarding its owners.

Facts & Summary

• The Incident: On Sunday, August 9, 2026, a 2-year-old girl was attacked by a Pitbull crossbreed at a workshop located in the La Plata neighborhood of Minas, Lavalleja Department, Uruguay.
• Circumstances: According to police reporting, the toddler approached and hugged the dog in the presence of her father when the animal unexpectedly attacked her.
• Injuries: The child sustained severe bite wounds to her face, skull, and right arm.
• Medical Status: She was initially treated at the Minas Hospital before being transferred to the Pereira Rossell Hospital in Montevideo. She underwent surgery for suturing and treatment of her injuries and remains hospitalized under observation (noted as being in stable condition without risk to her life).
• Mother's Demands: The girl's mother is seeking the destruction/euthanasia of the dog involved in the attack, expressing anger over the severity of the trauma caused to her young daughter and calling for accountability.
• Legal Action: The local Police Headquarters (Jefatura de Policía de Lavalleja) and prosecutors are conducting an investigation into the incident.

RIP EDSON DUTRA DA TRINDADE

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Édson Dutra da Trindade, 82, died on Wednesday night (5) after being attacked by a pit bull that invaded his home in Rio Novo, a municipality in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais.

The incident was recorded on Tuesday morning (4). According to the Military Police, the female dog belonged to a neighbor and managed to pass through an opening in the wall separating the two properties.

Local residents intervened to pull the animal away and help the victim. The retiree suffered severe injuries and received initial medical care in the town. Due to the severity of his condition, he was transferred to the Juiz de Fora Emergency Hospital, where he remained hospitalized but succumbed to his injuries.

The owner of the pit bull was detained on suspicion of failure to exercise due care in guarding the animal (omissão de cautela na guarda do animal) and bodily harm (lesão corporal). The PM also reported that the dog's rabies vaccination was overdue.

After giving a statement, the owner was released. The Civil Police opened an investigation to look into the circumstances of the attack and determine potential liabilities. While the investigation proceeds, the animal remains isolated at the residence.

Édson Dutra da Trindade's body was buried on Thursday afternoon (6) at the Rio Novo Municipal Cemetery.

This is the 2nd Fatal attack in Brasil reported in here this August

Boy whose arm was lacerated by pit bull almost lost movement: 'He wakes up crying and screaming,' says father

Father recalls rescuing his 12-year-old son in São Carlos (SP) on Saturday (Aug 1). Security camera recorded the moment of the attack.

By Francyne Perácio, g1 São Carlos e Araraquara, EPTV

August 04, 2026

A 12-year-old boy was injured after being attacked by a pit bull on Saturday (August 1) in São Carlos. He is hospitalized in stable condition at Santa Casa.

The victim's father reported that he dispatched the dog after the attack. The boy underwent emergency surgery on his arm and will undergo physical therapy. Police are investigating the case as failure to exercise proper care/custody of an animal.

'I thought it had killed my son,' says father

The father of the 12-year-old child, who was seriously injured after being attacked by a pit bull dog in São Carlos (SP), stated that he had to force open the animal's jaws to help his son, and that he thought the boy had died. According to the man, who preferred not to be identified, the boy narrowly avoided losing movement in his arm.

The attack occurred on Saturday night (August 1) in the Conjunto Habitacional Planalto Verde neighborhood. Images obtained by EPTV, an affiliate of TV Globo, show the moment the animal attacks the victim, followed by locals attempting to contain the dog.

The boy was playing in the street a few meters from his home when he was attacked by the dog. Security camera footage shows the handler attempting to pull the pit bull by its collar, but failing to contain the animal, which drags the child along the ground.

Both shouted for help, and a man arrived with a chair, throwing it at the dog. Shortly after, several people appeared in the footage and managed to free the boy. One of them was the victim's father.

"It was a matter of seconds. I tried to open the dog's mouth [...] but there wasn't time. By the time I opened the dog's mouth, a neighbor helped me, everyone helped me, but he was already severely hurt, severely injured, you know?" he said.

The child was bitten on the right arm and seriously injured. "I was desperate seeing him like that. [...] My friend picked him up practically lifeless—he had fainted, you know? I thought it had killed my son, I was completely devastated."

The man stated that after the animal attacked his son, he saw the dog heading toward other children who were in the street. "I stepped in so it wouldn't grab another child. Yes, I dispatched the animal. [...] It was a reaction in the moment, there was nothing else to be done."

Medical Condition

According to the father, the child underwent emergency surgery as soon as he arrived at Santa Casa. The doctor stated that the bite narrowly missed critical nerves and bone. "He said that by 1 millimeter it would have severed all the nerves and torn off part of the arm bone, which would have caused him to lose movement."

The father said his son is doing well and recovering, but will need physical therapy. "He wakes up crying and screaming because he says he dreams about the dog grabbing him again [...] it's something that will remain with us for the rest of our lives."

Case Details

The Military Police reported they were called to Santa Casa in São Carlos, where they spoke with the child's father following the attack.

The man told police officers that after hearing cries for help, he ran to the scene and, using a machete, managed to stop the animal's assault on his son.

According to the PM, the victim's father reported that the animal fled toward a wooded area, and authorities were subsequently able to locate the dog's handler.

Following the incident, the father rushed his son to the Cidade Aracy Urgent Care Unit (UPA), but the boy was transferred to the city's Santa Casa hospital, where he was admitted in serious but stable condition with a severe arm wound.

In a statement, Santa Casa de São Carlos said the patient remains admitted to the pediatric ward in stable condition with no set release date.

In a statement, the State Public Security Secretariat (SSP-SP) said the case is being investigated as failure to exercise proper care in the custody or handling of animals at the city's 2nd Police District (DP).

English Translation

Headline: Pit Bull Attack Leaves Two Injured in the District of Pratinha; Owner Taken to Police Station

Body:

Two men were injured after being attacked by a Pit Bull dog that was loose on a public street in the District of Pratinha. The incident occurred during a patrol by the Municipal Civil Guard (GCM), who were dispatched following a report via their official response channel.

The victims, identified as Juliano Dias Oliveira and Kauê Ferreira Silva, reported to the guards that the attack occurred while they were trying to break up a fight between the Pit Bull and their family dog. According to reports, this was not the first time the animal had escaped from the owner's property.

Care and Administrative Measures

Following the incident, the GCM team provided assistance and escorted the victims to a local health facility to:

• Receive proper medical treatment;
• Undergo forensic medical examination to document their injuries.

The owner of the animal was located and, along with the victims, taken to the Police Station for appropriate legal action.

Police Report

At the station, the police authority evaluated the facts and registered a Police Report framing the case under two legal provisions:

• Involuntary/Culpable Bodily Harm (Lesão Corporal Culposa – Article 129, §6 of the Penal Code);
• Failure to Exercise Caution in Guarding or Handling Animals (Omissão de Cautela na Guarda ou Condução de Animais – Article 31 of the Criminal Misdemeanor Law).

Because these constitute minor offenses under local law, the Pit Bull's owner was not held in pre-trial detention. All parties signed terms of commitment under the Special Courts Law (Law 9.099/95) and were released.

The animal remained under the responsibility of the owner.

Location & Date Details

• Headline/Headline Location: District of Pratinha, Municipality of Pratânia, State of São Paulo (SP), Brazil.
• Publish Date: August 1, 2026 (09:33 AM).
• Source: Interativa SM / São Manuel Conectado.

Location

• Town/City: Monte Maíz, Córdoba Province, Argentina
• Specific Spot: Buenos Aires Street, right in front of the municipal park (parquecito municipal) montemaizmira.com.ar

Time

• Date: Monday afternoon, August 3, 2026 (published by local media on August 4, 2026). montemaizmira.com.ar

BRUTAL PIT BULL ATTACK ON A MIXED-BREED DOG

A violent and unfortunate incident occurred yesterday afternoon in our town when a Pit Bull breed dog brutally attacked a black mixed-breed dog. The event took place on Buenos Aires Street, right in front of the small municipal park—an area heavily frequented by children and families.

According to eyewitnesses, the attacking animal—a large Pit Bull—was on the public street without any security measures: no leash and no muzzle. Following the brutal attack, which left the black dog with severe injuries, the owner of the Pit Bull was nowhere to be seen or identified at the scene.

A Chain of Solidarity and Prompt Care

Fortunately, the tragedy did not escalate further thanks to the rapid and brave intervention of employees from Mutual de Lambert, who witnessed the incident and did not hesitate to help the injured animal. With great speed, they transported him to the Ereza Veterinary Clinic, where he received emergency treatment from the veterinarian.

At the clinic, the little dog received necessary wound care and remains under observation, recovering from multiple injuries sustained in the attack.

A Call for Awareness and Responsibility

This incident highlights a recurring problem in our community: irresponsible pet ownership, especially regarding breeds considered potentially dangerous due to their strength and build.

From the veterinary clinic and various community sectors, there is a strong call for reflection. "It is not about stigmatizing a breed, but about demanding owner responsibility. An uncontrolled dog, regardless of breed, can destroy a life in seconds," emphasized sources close to the case.

The use of a leash and muzzle in public spaces is fundamental to ensuring the safety of all neighbors and pets alike. The lack of these measures puts not only other animals at risk, but also people—especially children playing in areas like the municipal park.

Search for the Owners

Efforts are currently ongoing to identify the owner of the Pit Bull involved in the attack. Anyone who can provide information about the animal's owner, or who witnessed the event in greater detail, is urged to contact the appropriate local authorities or the veterinary clinic to assist with the investigation and prevent similar situations from happening again.

Assistance from the community is also being requested to help locate the owner of the attacked dog.

Bill proposes banning the breeding, sale, and importation of pit bulls throughout Brazil

A bill currently moving through the Chamber of Deputies proposes banning the reproduction, commercialization, and importation of Pit Bull dogs nationwide.

The proposal also establishes new rules for the ownership of existing animals, including mandatory neutering, official registration, and the use of a collar, leash, and muzzle in public spaces.

Bill (PL) No. 1265/2024, authored by federal deputy Gilberto Nascimento, was attached to Bill 2376/2003, which addresses the same topic. Currently, the matter is ready to be included in the voting agenda of the Chamber of Deputies Plenary, though no specific date has been set for review.

If approved, the bill will prohibit the breeding, reproduction, sale, and importation of Pit Bulls across the country. Existing animals must be neutered and registered with health and zoonosis control agencies within 90 days of the law's regulation.

Additionally, whenever they are in public spaces, they must wear a collar, leash, and muzzle.

In the proposal's justification, the author states that the goal is to enhance public safety and reduce the number of accidents involving dogs considered potentially dangerous.

Despite the discussion, experts emphasize that the behavior of the American Pit Bull Terrier does not depend solely on its breed. Factors such as raising, socialization, training, and handling play a fundamental role in the animal's temperament, which can be docile, loyal, and balanced when given proper care.

The bill is still in the legislative process and does not alter current rules. To take effect, it must be approved by the Chamber of Deputies and the Federal Senate, and be signed into law by the President of the Republic.

The animal belongs to the family and remained in the owners' care, according to police information.

By Maylson Honorato

A man was attacked by a pit bull dog inside a residence on Travessa Jaboticaba, in the Mondubim neighborhood of Fortaleza, on Saturday morning (1st). The Military Police of Ceará confirmed the incident on Sunday (2nd). There is no information on whether the victim is the dog's owner.

Teams from the 2nd Company of the 21st Battalion were called by residents who reported the attack. At the scene, police officers and neighbors managed to open the residential gate and contain the dog. The victim exited the property with injuries all over his body.

Police officers applied a tourniquet to control the bleeding until a SAMU (Mobile Emergency Care Service) team arrived, which then transported the man to a regional hospital.

After being contained, the animal remained at the residence under the responsibility of the owner family, who committed to providing an appropriate location to keep it safely secured, according to the Military Police.

Woman dies after being attacked by a pit bull in Arroio do Sal, on the North Coast

Dog was chained up when it attacked the 66-year-old victim who was trying to feed it

A 66-year-old woman died late Saturday afternoon (1st) after being attacked by her nephew's pit bull in Arroio do Sal, on the North Coast.

According to the Military Police, the victim was feeding the dog at a home located on Rua das Cerejeiras, in the Quatro Lagos neighborhood, when she was attacked.

The dog's owner was not at the residence at the time of the attack. The dog involved is a Pit Monster, a variant of the pit bull breed.

The Civil Police have opened an inquiry to investigate the incident. The dog was collected by the Environmental Police division of the Military Police.