Dog Owner Cited After North Shore Park Attack Injures Boy, Woman

Two loose pit bulls attacked a 5-year-old boy and a 22-year-old woman at Flax Pond Park in Lynn, Massachusetts, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries and hospitalizations. A local man and his father intervened using a stick to fend off the dogs and prevent further harm. The dogs were later captured and returned to their owner, who has been cited by Animal Control for multiple violations including failure to restrain, license, and vaccinate the dogs. The dogs are now under a mandatory 45-day home quarantine as the investigation continues. The boy's family expressed fear and a desire for justice, while police confirmed charges against the owner but have not disclosed additional details. The community remains vigilant following the frightening incident that caused widespread alarm among park visitors.