Police Capture Dangerous Pit Bull After Plymouth Jogger Attack

The victim was hospitalized after the weekend incident involving three dogs.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 1:53pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a metal dog collar held in a police officer's gloved hand, dramatically lit by a harsh camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the investigation into a dangerous dog attack.A police officer's grim discovery of a dog collar provides a stark visual reminder of the dangers posed by aggressive animals in residential areas.Plymouth Today

Police in Plymouth Township, Michigan have captured a pit bull that was involved in an attack on a jogger over the weekend. The victim was taken to the hospital in stable condition after the incident, which involved three dogs. One of the other dogs, a Cane Corso, was found injured and had to be euthanized, while another Cane Corso was taken to an animal shelter for quarantine.

Why it matters

Dog attacks on joggers and pedestrians are a serious public safety concern, especially when multiple aggressive dogs are involved. This incident highlights the need for responsible pet ownership and effective animal control measures in the community.

The details

According to police, the pit bull attack occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Saturday in the 12000 block of North Canton Center Road. Officers arrived on the scene and fired shots at the three dogs as they fled the area, striking at least one of them. The injured Cane Corso was later found in a nearby backyard but could not be secured, leading authorities to euthanize the animal. The other Cane Corso was located near an elementary school and taken to the Huron Valley Humane Society. Police have identified the owner of the dogs and are continuing their investigation.

  • The attack occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2026.
  • Police captured the pit bull on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Plymouth Township Police

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the dog attack and is leading the investigation.

Huron Valley Humane Society

The animal shelter that took custody of one of the Cane Corso dogs involved in the attack.

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What they’re saying

“There is no further danger and we thank the community for their help in finding the dog.”

— Plymouth Township Police

What’s next

Police are continuing their investigation into the dog attack and the ownership of the animals involved.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of responsible pet ownership and effective animal control measures to protect public safety, especially in residential areas where joggers and pedestrians are common.