FL - Michael Millett, 8, mauled to death by 2 dogs - DeLand, Jan 13, 2025

[Clearsky]

Fla. Boy Riding His Bike Stopped to Pet 2 Dogs, Who Then 'Maliciously Mauled' Him to Death: Sheriff

Michael Millett was "incredibly smart, funny, caring, loving, and so adventurous," according to an online fundraiser.

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Michael Millett was killed on Monday, Jan. 13, in an attack that took place north of DeLand, Fla., the Volusia Sheriff’s office said in a statement.

 

[borndem]

What a beautiful boy, now gone. What a horror.

 

[tlcya]

Deputies reported that the dogs escaped from their owner’s property and went into Millett’s neighborhood. Investigators are now working to have the dogs euthanized, which the family is also advocating for.

Community members have expressed concerns about the accountability of the owner.
Volusia County community seeks justice after fatal dog attack

Owner has been uncooperative.

 

[tlcya]

Authorities said the owner of the dogs is a 31-year-old woman. She has an extensive criminal history, primarily related to drugs, according to the sheriff. FOX 35 News is choosing not to identify the woman, as she has not been charged.
Mother of boy killed by dogs says she'll never forget the image of her son being mauled

 

[HmmMysterious]

Better image of the 2 dogs. And of course, one of them is a pitbull

 

[tlcya]

I have a pibble. He is a sweet loving boy. They require proper training and supervision. Sounds like these dogs had neither.