From Valleynewslive · · 1m 30s
Boy mauled by dogs after four-wheeler breaks down
An 11-year-old Georgia football player survived a dog attack after his best friend fought to keep him alive.
In brief
An 11-year-old Georgia football player survived a dog attack after his best friend fought to keep him alive. Karson Clayton’s quick calls for help and refusal to leave Banner O’Berry helped save him during a violent dog attack. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
A ride turned violent
Banner O’Berry, 11, was playing near Wood Duck Road in Axson, Georgia, when authorities say three dogs attacked him on Sept. 13 around 3:30 p.m.
The dogs rushed them
Banner’s mother said he and Karson Clayton were riding a four-wheeler when it broke down. The dogs saw them across an open field and ran toward them.
Pulled from safety
The boys climbed onto the four-wheeler, but one dog grabbed Banner by the ankle and dragged him down. The other two dogs joined the attack.
Karson stayed and fought
Karson handed Banner pliers, threw objects at the dogs, screamed, and called for help. His parents lived less than a mile away and rushed over.
Seventeen open wounds
Banner was taken to Coffee Regional Medical Center and had 3 1/2 hours of surgery for 17 open wounds on his legs.
Owner took the dogs
Jessica O’Berry said the dogs’ owner came to the scene, collected the animals, and left without helping Banner or calling 911.
“He looked at Banner bleeding and never asked if he was OK”
A legal fight begins
All three dogs were placed on a 10-day hold. The sheriff’s office says it is seeking to have them declared vicious dogs, which could trigger stricter safeguards.
The takeaway
Karson Clayton’s quick calls for help and refusal to leave Banner O’Berry helped save him during a violent dog attack.
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