Thief Gets Bitten by Dog After Breaking Into Home
A thief got more than he bargained for when he was attacked by a dog while trying to break into a house.
Burglary is a crime that involves illegally entering a building or property with the intent to commit a crime, usually theft. This can include breaking into homes, businesses, or other buildings to steal items, vandalize, or commit other criminal acts.
Burglary is characterized by the unlawful entry, which can be forced or by means of deception, and the intention to commit a crime once inside. It’s a serious offense and is punishable by various legal penalties, depending on the severity of the crime and local laws.
The incident, which took place in Juna Subdivision, Matina, Davao City, quickly went viral after a video of the thief being mauled by a dog was shared on social media.
The Facebook page Brigada Life shared a video showing a thief trying to escape after being bitten by a dog named Dusty. The video of the thief being mauled by a dog, took place in Juna Subdivision, Matina, Davao City
The homeowner, Andy Calizo III, was awakened around 9 a.m. by Dusty’s barking and a loud scream.
Calizo then captured the scene on video, showing the thief, who had entered his home without permission, being chased away by the dog.
The thief had initially sought refuge in Calizo’s home while fleeing from police officers. Unfortunately for him, Dusty was on high alert and attacked him. The thief was seen limping away from the gate with visible injuries on his foot and abdomen, trying to escape from the pursuing officers.
The police have since apprehended the thief and another accomplice, who were caught stealing from a nearby construction site. The authorities are still on the lookout for the remaining suspect involved in the crime.
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