A heart-stopping moment unfolded in Cardiff when a pack of three Staffordshire Bull Terriers attacked a mother and her newborn. As she carried her six-day-old baby, the dogs viciously pounced, leaving her with multiple injuries that later required several surgeries and skin grafts. The baby, though injured, miraculously escaped with minor wounds.
Jason Stafford, 49, owned the dogs which became dangerously uncontrollable during this savage attack. Reports from Newport Crown Court detail this horrifying incident that lasted around 15 agonising minutes. The assailant dogs have since been destroyed.
In a desperate bid to protect her child, the mother endured what she described as ‘the worst pain’ of her life. A heroic friend rushed in to their aid, also falling victim to the dogs’ attack, and sustained severe injuries. Though Stafford managed to calm the dogs eventually, the damage was extensive, both physically and emotionally.
Survivors have shared how this traumatic event profoundly affected their lives. The mother mourns lost moments with her newborn, unable to engage in simple activities like swimming due to her injuries. The male victim suffers from persistent pain and visible scars, unsettling reminders of the ordeal.
Judge Daniel Williams condemned Stafford’s ‘casual disregard’ for public safety, handing him a two-year prison sentence. Stafford has also been banned from owning dogs for the next decade. This case serves as a stark reminder of the responsibilities dog owners must uphold.
Stay safe, Cardiff. Let’s look out for each other and our furry friends. 🐾