A two-year-old toddler has sustained serious injuries after being bitten in the neck by a dog at a residence in Beaudesert, Queensland. Emergency services were dispatched to a home on Gould Hill Road in the Scenic Rim region shortly before 5:15 PM on Thursday.
Upon arrival, officers discovered the young girl with a severe neck wound. She was rushed to the Queensland Children's Hospital in Brisbane, approximately 80 kilometres away, where she remains in a critical but stable condition.
Police and the Scenic Rim Regional Council have launched an investigation into the incident. A police spokesperson confirmed that the girl suffered multiple serious injuries and is in a critical condition. Police are assisting council officers in the inquiry.
The council acknowledged the incident and stated it is working with other agencies, including the Department of Primary Industries and Queensland Police. No further details about the dog involved have been released. A council spokesperson said they are unable to comment further as the investigation is ongoing but will provide updates when information becomes available.
The attack has shocked the local community, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The incident highlights the importance of responsible pet ownership and supervision of children around animals.
