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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Welbert Bauyaban

Tennessee Pit Bull Attack Tragedy: Family's 7 Dogs Kill James Alexander Smith And 3-Month-Old Grandkid

Tennessee home of James Smith and his 3-month old granddaughter where they were mauled to death by 7 pit bulls. (Credit: WOWT6)

A quiet residential neighbourhood in Tennessee was plunged into a nightmare on Wednesday afternoon when a grandfather and his infant granddaughter were discovered lifeless, victims of a savage assault by the family's own pack of dogs. The horrific incident has left a community in Tullahoma reeling, raising urgent questions about responsible pet ownership and public safety after it was revealed the animals had a known history of aggression.

The tragedy unfolded at a residence on Warren Street, where 50-year-old James Alexander Smith and his three-month-old granddaughter were found dead. According to the 14th Judicial District Attorney General, the scene was one of utter carnage. When law enforcement arrived, the tiny child was still under attack by the group of seven dogs. In a desperate bid to reach the bloodied victims and prevent further mutilation, police officers were forced to discharge their weapons, gunning down all seven animals.

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