Child Attacked By Pit Bull Expected To Be Okay

MOORESVILLE, N.C. — A 5-year-old child was attacked by a pit bull in Mooresville on Sunday.

Mooresville Police, Mooresville Fire and Iredell County EMS were called to 126 Burke Circle where they saw the dog acting aggressively. The pit bull had to be subdued by fire and police officials until Iredell County Animal Control arrived to take custody.

The child suffered from serious injuries and was transported to Lake Norman Regional Medical Center but is expected to be okay.

The child is currently in recovery.

Iredell County Animal Control is investigating the incident.