In a tragic incident on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, a security guard was killed after being attacked by three dogs in Pinnock Estate, Ilasan, Lekki. The attack has shocked the community, and the owner of the dogs, Salisu Mustapha, has been arrested by the Lagos State Police.

The police were quick to respond, apprehending Mustapha and confiscating the three dogs involved in the attack. Authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal mauling, which has raised concerns about pet ownership and safety within residential areas.

Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olanrewaju Ishola, assured the public that the investigation would be handled with the utmost diligence. “We are committed to ensuring that justice is served,” CP Ishola said. “We will ensure that all necessary steps are taken in this investigation, and the case will be brought to a conclusive end.”

The incident has left residents of Pinnock Estate shaken, as many are now calling for stricter regulations regarding pet ownership, especially in urban areas where safety concerns are paramount. The police have promised to provide updates as the investigation progresses and urged anyone with relevant information to come forward.

As the case unfolds, authorities are stressing the importance of responsible pet ownership to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.