4-year-old fights for life after pit bull attack, community faces charges

By Mandilakhe Tshwete | Published Mar 18, 2025

A four-year-old Cape Town boy fights for his life in ICU after a savage pit bull attack, while community members face criminal charges for killing the dog in their desperate attempt to save the child. The incident has sparked debate between animal welfare authorities and local residents about appropriate responses to dangerous dog attacks.