According to reports, a dog attacked a girl in her western Sydney backyard recently and it was found out that the dog was a prohibited breed. The staffordshire-cross pit bull attacked the eight-year-old in Pank Parade in Blacktown. Paramedics treated the poor girl for deep cuts and a broken arm.

Pit bulls are prohibited breeds under New South Wales laws. Blacktown Mayor Leo Kelly said, “It will be held subsequent to police inquiries and there could be a situation where the dog has to be put down. That will be done in consultation with the owner.”