Police investigating after dog attacks 5-year-old boy in Greenbrier

Police investigating after dog attacks 5-year-old boy in Greenbrier

GREENBRIER, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A 5-year-old boy is recovering at home after being attacked by a dog Wednesday evening in Greenbrier. The incident, which occurred at a home on Rose Street, is currently under investigation by Greenbrier police.

The first call to 911 came in just after 5:30 p.m. Greenbrier police and firefighters responded to the home along with Robertson County EMS. Greenbrier police were first on scene, followed by fire and EMS who provided initial emergency care. The little boy, who suffered a severe head injury, was taken to Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital for pediatric trauma treatment.

Smokey Barn News has learned that the 5-year-old suffered a significant laceration across the top of his head, extending from about the hairline back to somewhere in the crown area, mostly behind the hairline. Police described the cut as a “large laceration.” The first officer on scene reported the cut was approximately 11 inches long. In addition, there were two stab wounds – one to the back of the head and another just above the eyebrow.

Despite the severity of his injuries, the boy remained stable and is now recovering at home. Initial reports say the boy is recovering well. Meanwhile, the dog involved in the incident is currently at Greenbrier Animal Control and is undergoing a mandatory 10-day quarantine period. Police have clarified that once the investigation is complete and the quarantine period is over, the homeowner may have the opportunity to reclaim his dog. This quarantine is a standard procedure to ensure that the dog does not have any diseases or rabies.

Police said the boy was visiting a neighboring home on Rose St. when the incident occurred. As for the circumstances that led to the attack, police believe the boy may have been alone with the dog in the backyard at the time of the attack. However, the exact trigger for the dog’s aggression is still unknown.

Greenbrier police are currently in discussions with the district attorney’s office to determine whether any laws were violated. If there is evidence of misconduct, charges could potentially be brought against the dog’s owner. However, it is important to note that the investigation is ongoing and no conclusions have been made at this time, police said.