Man Arrested in Wynwood Pit Bull Attack Incident
A man identified as Jack Jonte, 44, has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault, battery, and resisting an officer following an incident in Wynwood. Jonte is accused of ordering his two unleashed pit bulls to attack a man and…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 19, 2026 —
Wynwood, FL – A 44-year-old man, identified as Jack Jonte, has been arrested and faces multiple charges including aggravated assault, battery, and resisting an officer. The charges stem from an incident that occurred in Wynwood where Jonte is accused of directing his two unleashed pit bulls to attack another man and his dog.
The alleged attack took place on Northwest Second Avenue near 22nd Street. According to reports, the victim, who was with his dog, sustained significant injuries, including facial fractures and other unspecified injuries. The victim’s dog also suffered a broken leg as a result of the incident.
Authorities have not yet provided further details regarding the circumstances that led to the confrontation or the specific timeline of the events. Information regarding Jonte’s apprehension and the subsequent resisting officer charge was included in the initial report, but the specifics of that interaction were not immediately available.
Jonte is currently facing charges related to aggravated assault, battery, and resisting an officer. The condition of the human victim and his dog following the attack has not been further detailed, beyond the initial reporting of facial fractures and a broken leg, respectively. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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