Baytown, TX – A devastating incident unfolded Tuesday afternoon when a 6-month-old baby was attacked by a dog at the Inverness Gardens apartments on East James Street.

According to Baytown Police, the attack happened just before 4 p.m. The baby, whose name has not been released, was rushed to the hospital, but her current condition remains unknown.

Neighbors identified the infant as a girl who had recently celebrated her half-birthday with a gathering at the complex. One neighbor, who requested anonymity, recalled the horrific moment when the baby’s mother frantically knocked on her door seeking help.

“She knocked on my door, baby in hand. Blood was everywhere,” the witness said. “The mother was just devastated.”

As emergency responders arrived, the baby’s mother was seen praying over her child.

“She just kept praying. She had the baby in her hands say please God, I trust you God, I trust you, God. I pray that baby’s okay. to return it to God. Please. I thank you, God. I caused you God. You know, I pray that baby’s okay,” the witness added.

Sky2 Chopper footage later captured two dogs being removed from the scene by animal services. It is unclear if both animals were involved in the attack.

Neighbors described the dogs as aggressive and noted they first appeared in the apartment complex on Sunday. One resident recalled hearing a commotion inside the family’s apartment before the attack.

Authorities have not released details on how the attack happened, and no criminal charges have been filed at this time.

The neighbor who called 911 urged families to be cautious when bringing unfamiliar dogs around children.

“Do not bring dogs you’re not familiar with into a home with small children. You never know what could happen,” the witness warned.

Baytown Police Department continue to investigate, and the baby remains hospitalized.

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