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Rhijnauwensingel
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Wednesday, 2 December 2015 - 07:21

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Pit bulls attack, seriously hurt Rotterdam owner

A Rotterdam man was seriously injured at his home on Rhijnauwensingel when his two dogs attacked him. A woman who tried to help was also injured. According to the police, the pit bulls were confiscated and put down. The dogs' owner was injured on his arms and legs. He was rushed to the hospital. According to RTV Rijnmond, there are concerns about whether he will ever be able to use his arms again. It is unclear why the dogs attacked their owner.

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