Dog Attack Claims Infant's Life in New Jersey Home, Parents Injured

An unfortunate event occurred in a New Jersey home over the weekend, resulting in the tragic death of an infant and serious injuries to the child's parents. According to the authorities, the incident appears to be an attack by a dog.

Details of the Incident

The Woodbridge Township home was the site of the distressing event, with officers responding to a report of an unresponsive baby believed to have been attacked by the family dog. Upon arrival, it was discovered that both the mother and the child had sustained severe injuries from the dog. Despite efforts to save the baby, the infant was pronounced dead at the scene. Subsequently, the mother and father were rushed to a hospital for medical care.

Investigation and Call for Information

The authorities have yet to release the names of the victims and have not provided clarity on the current status of the animal involved in the incident. Describing the investigation as "active and continuing," they have urged anyone with relevant information to contact the Woodbridge police and county prosecutors.

Statistics on Dog Attacks

Although the authorities did not disclose the breed of the dog, statistics reveal that about 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs in the United States annually, with approximately 30 to 50 fatalities each year. Alarmingly, nearly 30% of fatal dog attacks involve victims between the ages of 1 and 4.

Tragically, this event is not an isolated incident, as similar dog attacks resulting in fatalities have been reported in other states such as Michigan and Detroit in recent times.