NYPD Officers Fatally Shoot Pit Bull After It Mauls Owner to Death in Bronx Apartment

The tragic incident occurred early Friday morning, prompting a swift police response and ongoing investigations.

Police were called to a Bronx apartment around 3 a.m. after a pit bull attacked its owner, 41-year-old Kaeem Robinson, resulting in his death.
The responding officers shot the dog multiple times after witnessing the attack, leading to the animal's death at the scene.
Kaeem Robinson had recently acquired the pit bull to cope with the loss of his daughter and was living in supportive housing with strict pet policies.
Family members expressed confusion and grief, noting that Robinson was an animal lover and questioning how the dog was allowed in the building.
The incident has sparked a broader investigation by the NYPD, with both officers involved taken to the hospital for evaluation.