Mount Meridian woman attacked by pit bull on U.S. 40

A Mount Meridian, Indiana woman suffered severe injuries after being attacked by a pit bull that was not properly restrained.  Bobbi Belognia, 23, was walking her dog near the 5000 block of U.S. 40 when she was confronted by the pit bull. 

Initially, the pit bull began attacking Ms. Belognia's dog.  When Ms. Belongia attempted to intervene, the pit bull turned its attention to her.  The animal latched onto Ms. Belognia's left ankle and would not release.  A passerby stopped their vehicle and attempted to help Ms. Belognia by striking the pit bull several times on the head with a flashlight. 

Ms. Belognia's injuries were so severe that she was taken to a hospital for surgery on her ankle.

The pit bull's owner requested that the animal be euthanized.  No charges have been filed to date.