An 8-year-old boy from Florida showed tremendous bravery last week when he rescued his best friend from a violent dog attack. Aaron Dingman was playing at his friend Lucas’ house, when Lucas’ dog lunged at Aaron, mauling his face.
The dog sliced Aaron’s face open. When Aaron tried to punch the dog in self defense, it chewed at his thumb. Aaron’s hand was torn open by the dog bite. After that, Lucas jumped in and helped his struggling friend, pulling the dog off of Aaron before he sustained any additional injuries. Had Lucas not intervened, the dog may have killed Aaron.
Aaron went to a local hospital to receive treatment for his injuries. He still has not been able to return to school yet. A plastic surgeon treated the lacerations on his face earlier this week, and Aaron has been recovering well.
Lucas’ family has decided to put the dog down to prevent other violent attacks. It is uncertain whether Aaron’s family will sue to receive compensation for medical expenses and emotional trauma caused by the dog attack.
If you have been the victim of a dog bite attack in the Ft. Lauderdale or West Palm Beach, Florida area, please contact the Law Offices of Ellis, Ged & Bodden, P.A. today to schedule a consultation.
