9-year-old airlifted after dog bite attack in Englewood

The child was taken to Tampa General Hospital after multiple agencies responded to an incident where a dog bit the 9-year-old.

ENGLEWOOD, Fla. — A 9-year-old was airlifted to the hospital after getting bitten by a dog in Englewood.

Officials with the Englewood Area Fire Control District, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office and Fire 7 EMS responded Wednesday afternoon.

Crews made a safe landing zone for the child and airlifted them to Tampa General Hospital.

Crews also comforted the child’s mother, who was on the scene, by leading a prayer with her.

“Moments like these remind us how powerful compassion and teamwork can be,” EAFCD wrote in a statement.