:format(jpeg):focal(2100x950:2110x940)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gfrmedia/TEOMVVDOHZGTZCZ5R4P25WZP7U.jpg "Pitbulls destroy car after chasing cat")
In a shocking incident in a Florida neighborhood, two pit bulls wreaked havoc on Christie Barr’s car in their pursuit of a small cat. The chaotic scene unfolded at 3 a.m., as the dogs frantically tore apart the vehicle in an effort to reach the feline hiding inside the engine.
The following morning, Barr was stunned to discover the extent of the damage done to her car. Security camera footage revealed the two pit bulls relentlessly attacking the metalwork near the left tire, causing significant destruction. Barr estimated the repair costs to be around $3,000.
Initially believing her car had been vandalized with a compressed air gun, Barr later realized that the culprits were actually these aggressive pets. Shocked by their destructive behavior, she took the matter to local authorities, expressing concern over the potential harm they could cause to humans.
Reviewing the footage, Jacksonville police officers identified a small cat belonging to one of Barr’s neighbors as the target of the pit bulls’ aggression. Miraculously, the cat managed to evade the dogs and escape unharmed, despite the extensive damage to the vehicle.
Reflecting on the incident, Barr emphasized the danger posed by these dogs and their capacity for destruction. She expressed gratitude that the cat was able to avoid harm, acknowledging that the outcome could have been tragic had the dogs succeeded in reaching their target.
As authorities investigate the situation further, the community is left shocked by the events that transpired in the early hours of the morning. The incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of responsible pet ownership and the potential consequences of animals acting on their aggressive instincts.