Shabo Nedwell attending her UWI gradution (photo by Shabo Nedwell)
The government has pledged to cover all medical and corrective surgery expenses for 27-year-old Shabo Nedwell of Cashew Hill, who was viciously attacked by her aunt’s two pit bulls in Skerrit’s Pasture last week.
Prime Minister Gaston Browne made the announcement over the weekend, describing Nedwell as “courageous” after she managed to attend her graduation ceremony at the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus in a wheelchair, just days after the brutal attack.
“If she is in need of plastic surgery abroad she can come see me and we will pay for it,” he said.
According to reports, the incident occurred when Nedwell arrived unannounced at the home of her aunt, Stacy Simon.
Upon entering through the back door, she was immediately attacked by the two pit bulls, suffering multiple deep bites to her legs and face. Medical personnel confirmed she sustained serious puncture wounds to both thighs and a torn lip.
Nedwell was hospitalized for several days. Simon told investigators that she heard her niece screaming and quickly secured the dogs.
The incident has reignited national debate over the ownership and containment of dangerous dog breeds, with many calling for stricter regulations to prevent similar attacks.
Aweeeee how can we possibly deny that this is a caring government
This could have ended much worse. Grateful she’s alive, but this shows how quick things can go wrong. People love these big dogs but don’t secure them properly. Let’s not wait till a child get mauled before we act.
happy to hear she getting the help, but let’s be real them dog laws need fixing. Can’t wait till another innocent person get attack before something serious change.
While I sympathize with Shabo, the aunt must face some level of responsibility. Those dogs should never have had access to anyone like that. Pet owners have to be held accountable when they fail to secure dangerous animals.