Murder parolee attacked gruesomely by pit bulls

Kwazulu-Natal – A 44-year-old man, Lazarus Appalsamy, was attacked by two pit bulls while walking to his home in Tasmin Road, Trenance Park, KZN on Sunday morning.

The dogs reportedly belonged to his neighbour.

According to Reaction Unit South Africa, residents said that the incident took place just after midnight. When Reaction offices arrived, they discovered Appalsamy lying on the side of the road.

“According to Appalsamy, he was returning home after visiting a friend when his neighbour’s two Pitbulls jumped over the driveway gate and attacked him. His friend attempted to assist but was bitten on his arm and leg.

“According to witnesses, the dogs mauled Appalsamy for more than 20 minutes before their owner arrived and removed them back to his property. The injured male lost his left eyeball while chunks of flesh were ripped off his arms, legs & body,” RUSA said in a statement.

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Residents said the dogs had previously mauled other people in the area, RUSA reported.

“It was alleged Appalsamy’s 73-year-old mother was the victim of one of the previous attacks. She allegedly laid criminal charges against the owner and the matter is currently being addressed in court.”