A heartbreaking tragedy has shocked a Michigan community after a newborn baby died following a dog attack inside a family home.
Police said the baby girl was only five days old when she was found unresponsive with injuries believed to have been caused by a dog. Emergency responders rushed to the home after receiving a call about an unresponsive infant.
The baby was taken to a nearby hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. Authorities confirmed the injuries were consistent with a dog attack.
According to reports, the baby had been sleeping in a bassinet inside the home when the incident happened. Investigators believe the dog may have knocked over the bassinet before attacking the infant.
Animal control removed the dog from the home after the incident. Officials said the fate of the dog was determined after the investigation began.
Police say the case remains under investigation as they work to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.
The tragedy has raised concerns and discussions about safety when newborns and pets are in the same home.
