Patiala Pitbull Attack Video: Couple Mauled by Aggressive Dog During House Inspection; Husband Demands Justice
Ankit Sabharwal and his wife Shifali were severely mauled by a pet pitbull while inspecting a rental home in Patiala on August 11. Both required surgery and stitches. Following viral CCTV footage and public outrage, Patiala Mayor Kundan Gogia announced plans to ban aggressive dog breeds, and police are preparing an FIR against the owner.
A routine house-hunting trip turned into a violent ordeal on Tuesday evening, August 11, when a couple was viciously attacked by a pet pitbull in the Ghuman Nagar area of Patiala. The victims, identified as Ankit Sabharwal and his wife Shifali, sustained severe injuries and are currently undergoing medical treatment. Purported CCTV footage of the incident, which has since gone viral on social media, shows the dog lunging at the couple the moment the property gate was opened.
The video captures bystanders and a property dealer making frantic efforts to fend off the animal with sticks before eventually pulling the injured pair to safety. Patiala Pitbull Attack Video: Dog Attacks Husband and Wife During House Visit, Couple Hospitalised.
Pet Dog Attacks Couple in Patiala, Video Surfaces
Patiala | A couple was attacked by a pit bull when they went to see a house for rent. pic.twitter.com/wANMStPzJZ
— Gagandeep Singh (@Gagan4344) August 12, 2026
Details of the Dog Attack in Patiala
According to Ankit Sabharwal, the couple had arrived at the residence accompanied by a property dealer to inspect the premises. "We had gone to inspect the property we were planning to rent. Suddenly, the dog came out and attacked us," Ankit stated, reports Hindustan Times. The dog reportedly targeted Shifali first, mauling her arm and other parts of her body. Ankit sustained deep bite wounds on his legs and back while attempting to shield his wife from the animal. Shifali required surgery for her injuries and remains hospitalised.
Ankit Sabharwal Demands Justice, Says 'My Wife Has Undergone Surgery on Her Arms and Legs'
#WATCH | Punjab: A man and his wife injured after allegedly being attacked by a pet Pit Bull dog in Ghuman Nagar area of Patiala.
The man, Ankit Sabharwal says, "I was going to see a house, along with my wife. I was called to see the property for rent. As soon as we reached… pic.twitter.com/yMQC9ByL4w
— ANI (@ANI) August 13, 2026
Speaking to news agency ANI, Ankit said, "I was going to see a house, along with my wife. I was called to see the property for rent. As soon as we reached there and opened the latch on the gate, the dog attacked us. My wife and I were injured. I have received stitches all over my body." He also revealed that his wife has undergone surgery on her arms and legs. "I want justice. The dog did not stop even after being ordered by its owner. My wife is under observation after surgery," he added.
Municipal Action and Legal Proceedings
In response to the public outcry following the attack, Patiala Mayor Kundan Gogia announced plans to implement a ban on keeping aggressive dog breeds within city limits. "Keeping aggressive dog breeds as pets would be banned in the city," Gogia told reporters, adding that the proposal will be formally discussed at an upcoming municipal corporation House meeting to consider a special resolution. Patiala Municipal Corporation Commissioner Pooja Grewal confirmed that, under current regulations, breeds like pitbulls are classified as highly ferocious and are not permitted as pets. "It is very unfortunate. Our teams have already approached the victims. We are checking all the records and will also take action in the matter," Grewal stated.
We Will Register a Case Under Section 291 of the BNS, Says DSP Jangjeet Randhawa
Patiala, Punjab: DSP Jangjeet Randhawa says, "We also came to know about it through social media. A video is going viral in which a Pitbull dog allegedly attacked and bit a man named Ankit and his wife. After seeing the video circulating on social media, we verified the incident.… pic.twitter.com/eAOEj6XQbs
— IANS (@ians_india) August 13, 2026
Meanwhile, local police have initiated the process of registering an FIR against the dog owner. According to officials, the case is being filed under Section 291 (negligent conduct with respect to an animal) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Speaking to news agency IANS, DSP Jangjeet Randhawa said, "As soon as we receive the medical report (rukka) from Amar Hospital - which has not arrived yet but is expected soon - we will register a case under Section 291 of the BNS. This section applies to cases involving injuries caused by a pet animal, and an FIR will be registered accordingly..."
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