A 2-year-old toddler is in critical condition at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital after being attacked by a mixed Shepherd breed dog in Accra on Monday night.
The attack left the child with severe injuries, including the loss of parts of his body, such as his buttocks and private parts. This traumatic incident has shocked the family and those who witnessed the attack.
Injured baby at the Korle Bu Teaching hospital
The unexpected and violent attack has left the toddler in immense pain, while his family struggles to cope with the tragedy. The toddler’s mother, overwhelmed with grief, tearfully recalled the terrifying events of the night when her child’s life was placed in jeopardy. The family is now seeking medical treatment and support as they navigate this difficult time.
Mother’s Comments Following the Child’s Admission at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
I stepped into the washroom to relieve myself while my child slept peacefully in the courtyard. Suddenly, I heard his cry, assuming it was merely because I had briefly left his side.
I rushed back only to find the dog attacking my baby inside the mosquito net where we had been sleeping, Sarah Aboagye, the mother remarked.
