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Pit bull attack seriously injures two children at West Side apartment complex, SAPD says

Owner of the pit bull does not currently face any charges

Dog attack in the 4200 block of West Commerce Street. (Copyright 2024 by KSAT - All rights reserved.)

SAN ANTONIO – Two children were rushed to the hospital with serious injuries after a pit bull attack at an apartment complex, according to San Antonio police.

The children were attacked around 3 p.m. Saturday inside an apartment complex in the 4200 block of West Commerce Street.

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Police said a woman babysitting a 1-year-old girl and a 3-year-old girl was bathing the pit bull before the incident.

When the woman was finished bathing the pit bull, police said it ran into a bedroom where the two girls were inside.

SAPD said the pit bull attacked both girls, causing serious injuries. The 1-year-old girl was bitten on her face above her eye, and the 3-year-old girl suffered wounds to her lip and upper arm area, authorities said.

Animal Care Services took the pit bull away. Police said a dangerous dog investigation is underway.

Police said the pit bull will be quarantined and tested for rabies. Its owner does not face any charges currently.


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