A harrowing incident has emerged from Sikka Colony in Sonipat, Haryana, where a pitbull launched a violent attack on a six-month-old infant. The entire sequence of events was caught on a nearby closed-circuit television camera, and the resulting footage has now surfaced publicly. Both the infant and his aunt sustained injuries during the sudden assault. Given the critical condition of the child, he has been admitted to Rohtak PGI for ongoing medical treatment. The episode has triggered widespread panic among local residents while raising serious questions regarding the accountability of the dog owner.
Details of the Attack and CCTV Footage
According to available details and the recovered surveillance footage, the incident occurred while the infant's aunt was carrying him through a lane in Sikka Colony. Suddenly, a pitbull breed dog charged toward them and lunged aggressively at the child. The ferocious animal grabbed the infant, prompting the aunt to desperately try and rescue him. During the struggle to protect the baby, the dog turned on the aunt and attacked her as well, leaving both of them injured before family members could intervene.
Hospital Treatment and Severe Injuries
The pitbull's assault left the six-month-old baby severely wounded. Relatives rushed him to a local hospital immediately, but due to his critical condition, medical staff referred him to Rohtak PGI, where doctors are currently treating him. The child's grandmother, Nirmala, stated that the dog mauled the infant's face and stomach extensively. She also alleged that the same dog had previously bitten other young family members. At present, the family's entire focus remains on securing proper medical care for the injured grandson.
Owner Negligence and Next Steps
The circulation of the CCTV footage has intensified scrutiny over how such a dangerous breed was kept in a residential area and whether mandatory safety protocols were followed. Furthermore, the grandmother claimed that the dog owner has refused to pay for the medical expenses incurred so far. The family indicated that if the owner continues to shirk responsibility, they will approach the police with a formal complaint. As of now, the family has not lodged a written police complaint, choosing instead to prioritize the child's recovery at Rohtak PGI.
