Melbourne mum and baby attacked by dogs while walking home

In an outer suburb of Melbourne, a new mother was attacked by two dogs while pushing her baby in a pram on a Friday afternoon. This incident occurred just a day after the same dogs had attacked a 71-year-old woman, who suffered severe injuries and required assistance from two men to be rescued. Despite multiple complaints from local residents about the dogs' aggressive behavior, no action was taken by the authorities until after the second attack. The dogs' owner expressed shock and remorse, stating she heard the mother scream and rushed to help. However, neighbors had long feared for their safety due to the dogs frequently escaping their yard. Residents had reported the dogs to the Hume City Council several times, but their concerns were largely ignored. One neighbor recounted being told they would need to restrain the dogs themselves before any investigation could occur. The council defended its inaction by citing a procedural process that needed to be followed, which left the community feeling vulnerable and frustrated. The dogs were finally seized and euthanized the day after the second attack, but the two women involved remained hospitalized and required surgery for their injuries. The community's outrage highlights a significant gap in the response to dangerous animals and the need for more effective measures to protect residents. Many locals are questioning the adequacy of the current processes in place for handling aggressive dogs. The tragic events have left a lasting impact on the community, with residents calling for better accountability and quicker action from local authorities. As the dogs' owner expressed her sorrow, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of neglecting public safety concerns regarding aggressive animals. The hope is that this tragedy will lead to changes in how such situations are managed in the future.