PATIALA: A pair suffered a number of accidents after they have been allegedly attacked by a pitbull in Patiala’s Ghuman Nagar space, with purported CCTV footage of the incident circulating on social media.The assault occurred on Tuesday night when Ankit Sabharwal and his spouse Shifali had gone to Ghuman Nagar with a property vendor to examine a home they have been contemplating renting.In keeping with Ankit, the pitbull rushed out as quickly as the home gate was opened and attacked his spouse. The canine allegedly mauled her arm and different components of her physique, leaving her with deep accidents that required surgical procedure. She is present process therapy at a non-public hospital.Ankit additionally suffered deep chew wounds on his legs and again whereas trying to rescue his spouse.The purported CCTV footage exhibits the canine attacking the couple as close by residents attempt to fend it off with sticks. A lady is seen popping out of the home with a stick, however is unable to cease the animal. Later, two to a few extra individuals strategy with sticks and handle to tug the injured couple away.Ankit stated police have been knowledgeable and sought motion in opposition to these chargeable for allegedly permitting the canine to roam freely.The incident has renewed issues over canine assaults in Patiala. On August 9, a woman was allegedly mauled by a stray canine whereas passing by the Guru Nanak Nagar space.Patiala Mayor Kundan Gogia stated retaining aggressive canine breeds as pets can be banned within the metropolis.Gogia stated the difficulty can be taken up at a Home assembly of the municipal company, the place a particular decision on the matter could also be thought of.(With PTI inputs)
