8-Year-Old Danville Boy Dies After Family Dog Attack

An 8-year-old boy in Danville, Virginia, died after being attacked by his family dog, a pit bull, in their home on the 700 block of Berryman Avenue. The boy was found unresponsive with trauma to his neck consistent with an animal bite and was under the care of his teenage sister at the time of the incident. Authorities confirmed the dog was not previously known to be aggressive and took custody of the dog, which was transported to the Danville Area Humane Society. The police department has identified the case as an active investigation, and the family and local school community are mourning the loss. The Danville School Board and public officials have requested prayers and support for the grieving family and affected school community. This tragedy coincided with National Dog Day, a day meant to honor dogs' positive roles, contrasting sharply with the incident.