A 5-year-old girl named Aletha is fighting for her life after being attacked by a neighbor’s dog while playing in her backyard in Independence, Missouri. The devastating incident occurred shortly after 10am on Tuesday, leaving Aletha with life-threatening injuries that shocked her family and community.
According to a GoFundMe On the page set up to support her family, Aletha suffered serious injuries during the attack, including a fractured skull, a broken collarbone and a broken rib. The attack was so severe that Aletha had to be placed in a medically induced coma, and doctors fear she may have suffered permanent brain damage due to loss of blood and oxygen during the ordeal.
Emergency equipment Independence Fire Department Responded to the 19000 block of East RD Mize Road after receiving reports of a dog attack. When they arrived, they found the young woman seriously injured and rushed her to the hospital, where she remains in intensive care.
Aletha’s parents face an incredibly difficult time as they remain by their daughter’s side as she fights for her life. Doctors are working tirelessly to treat his injuries, but the road to recovery will be long and uncertain. The possibility of permanent damage has added to the emotional toll on his family.
In response to the tragedy, the employer of one of Aletha’s parents created a GoFundMe page to help the family with medical expenses and other support during this incredibly difficult time. The fundraising effort aims to ease some of the financial burdens while Aletha’s parents focus on their daughter’s recovery.
The Independence community has rallied around Aletha’s family, offering thoughts, prayers and donations to help them get through this heartbreaking experience. Many hope that Aletha will make a miraculous recovery, but the extent of her injuries remains a concern for both the family and medical professionals.
While the investigation into the dog attack continues, authorities have not yet released additional details about the dog or its owner. However, the tragic incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of these types of attacks and the importance of vigilance when it comes to the safety of children around animals.
Aletha’s story has touched many hearts and the support coming through the GoFundMe page reflects the community’s desire to support her family during this critical time. While her future remains uncertain, the love and prayers of those around her are unwavering as they await her recovery.
