No charges over dog attack that killed Christchurch boy
Authorities have decided not to press charges following the death of a one-year-old boy in a dog attack in Christchurch, New Zealand. The dog involved will be euthanized, and the government is currently reviewing the Dog Control Act to improve public safety.
Why it matters
The incident has sparked a legislative review of dog control laws in New Zealand to address concerns regarding dangerous animals in residential communities.
No charges will be laid over the death of a one-year-old Christchurch boy who was attacked by a dog at his home .
A police spokesperson said the death of Sonny-Charles Watson had now been referred to the coroner.
The boy was attacked by a cross-breed dog that lived at the Basingstoke St, Aranui, property on 14 August.
The city council said the dog was registered and had not previously come to its attention . On Monday a council spokesperson said the dog would be euthanised this week.
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