Pit Bull Attacks, Injures Small Dog, Owner: Hamden Animal Control

HAMDEN, CT — The Hamden Animal Control is asking for help with identifying a man they said had a pit bull off leash that injured a small dog and its owner.

The man, pictured, was at Moretti Field (Waite Street) in Hamden around 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 24, according to officials.

Officials said the man had a pit bull off leash and it attacked and severely injured a small dog. The dog’s owner was also injured while trying to separate the dogs, according to officials.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Hamden Animal Control Officer Chris Smith at 203-230-4080.

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