DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Four-year-old King Perkins was airlifted to Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital after a family member’s pitbull attacked him, unprovoked.

What Happened:

King was at a family member's house when, according to his great-aunt Wendi Ross, someone opened the door to the room the dog was in. According to Ross, it charged out and lunged directly at the little boy.

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Thanks to the efforts of his cousin and uncle, the dog was snatched off before he did more damage. He's being treated for significant injuries to his face and legs. The family is on the road to recovery alongside him, as he is still recovering both mentally and physically.

What they're saying:

Ross explained that the kids were in the living room, playing and making noise at

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