Toronto Woman Faces Charges After Child Attacked by Unleashed Dog at Playground

A shocking incident occurred at Little Norway Park in Toronto, Ontario, resulting in a child being hospitalized in critical condition after an unleashed dog attack. The incident led to the arrest of a woman, Patrycja Siarek, who now faces serious charges.

Unleashed Dog Attack

On Saturday morning, the Toronto Police Service responded to a report of an animal complaint at Little Norway Park. It was reported that an unleashed dog, accompanied by Patrycja Siarek, had attacked a child at the playground. The dog charged towards the child through an open gate, subsequently biting and dragging the child to the ground.

Immediate Response and Arrest

Siarek and the child's father made attempts to remove the dog from the child, but after the animal let go, Siarek allegedly fled the scene with the dog. The following day, police executed a search warrant at a location in the area, leading to the arrest of Siarek. She faces serious charges, including criminal negligence causing bodily harm and failing to prevent a dog from biting or attacking.

Child's Condition and Dog's Seizure

It was reported that the child sustained serious, life-altering, but non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment. Additionally, the Toronto Animal Services seized the dog involved in the attack.

While Siarek was expected in court on Monday, it remains unclear whether she has entered a plea or retained legal representation to speak on her behalf.