Ribeirão Preto Dog Shot During Robbery; Owner Expresses Outrage

A woman in Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, is expressing her outrage and despair after her dog was shot during a robbery on Monday night, September 20th. The incident occurred around 9:20 PM as the woman was walking her dog on the sidewalk. A motorcycle carrying two men approached, and one suspect dismounted to announce the robbery, demanding the victim's watch. While the victim complied, her dog barked at the assailant, prompting the robber to shoot the animal. The owner stated she had no valuables like jewelry or gold, making the shooting of her dog incomprehensible. She further described the dog as a beloved, docile animal known for protecting neighbors, making the attack even more distressing. The dog, described as a caramel-colored mixed breed, survived the shooting but is in serious condition. He sustained injuries to his tongue and a chest laceration, requiring surgery, stitches, and a tracheotomy. The bullet entered through his mouth and exited his right thorax. The suspects fled the scene on the motorcycle, and as of the last update, the shooter had not been apprehended. The victim lamented the lack of safety, stating she no longer feels secure enough to walk her dog, despite constant monitoring, and finds the situation absurd.