1-year-old killed in reported attack by dog, Connecticut police say

A 1-year-old boy died in Connecticut after a dog bit him, police said.

Police responded just after 3 p.m. Wednesday to a home in East Hartford where the child had been bitten several times by a dog, Officer Marc Caruso, a police spokesperson, said in a news release.

Emergency responders performed lifesaving measures and took the child to a hospital, but the boy died "despite the valiant efforts of medical professionals," Caruso said.

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The death is under investigation, Caruso said.

He added that two dogs were removed from the home.

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"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones as they mourn their loss," Caruso said. "May they find solace and strength during this challenging time."