Published: July 18, 2026 at 10:38 PM
MIAMI — A dog owner is behind bars after Miami police said his two pit bulls attacked a man and his dog in Wynwood.
Police identified the owner as Jonte Jack. Investigators said Jack owned the two pit bulls that ambushed a man who was out running with his dog in the neighborhood.
According to police, the runner told officers Jack encouraged the dogs to attack.
Video taken by a bystander after the incident shows the victim on the ground as the two pit bulls walk away with their owner.
The victim, 30-year-old Evan Motlong, suffered cuts and bruises and is recovering.
Jack is facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, felony battery and criminal mischief.
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