( NewsNation ) — The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has assigned an assistant district attorney to investigate a violent dog attack on the Upper West Side, where a Chihuahua named Penny narrowly survived an assault by two pit bulls.
City Council Member Gale Brewer confirmed the DA’s involvement at a town hall meeting Wednesday night at Goddard Community Center, which drew approximately 150 concerned residents, many accompanied by their dogs.
The case has sparked calls for legislative action at both city and state levels to address what many see as a gap in existing laws regarding dangerous dogs and owner accountability.
‘Horrific’ New York City dog attack inspires legislation to hold owners accountable
Lauren Claus, Penny’s owner, attended the meeting with her recovering pet…