No charges will be filed against the owner of two pit bulls that have mauled a 3-year-old boy to death in Carteret, New Jersey last month.
Santos Rodriguez who was identified as the owner of the two unregistered dogs, Rocky and Logan, lived next door to the family of Aziz Ahmed and once “laughed it off” when the toddler’s mom complained about his predatory canines.
“They dug their way in, and they weren’t provoking the dog. She constantly told the neighbors that these dogs are an issue,” a family member said.
“The mother went to the neighbor two times to let her know the dog is wild. It’s out of hand. And you know, the owner laughed it off.”
The Prosecutor’s Office said Tuesday that they could not press charges against Rodriguez since “no law has been violated.”
“Thus, despite the well-intended demands for justice, no charges will presently be filed. Again, this decision is based upon the facts and evidence known to law enforcement at this time,” the prosecutor said.
New Jersey Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin insisted that a change in dog attacks laws became necessary.
“Our sincerest, deepest sympathies go out to the family for the loss of their child in this unspeakable tragedy. No family should have to endure such pain. We will thoroughly review existing legislation and work with the sponsors on the best possible course of action.”
