Officers were called to the scene of a dog attack on McKinley Avenue about 8:40 p.m., they said. When they arrived, they learned the family’s dog had attacked a 1-month-old boy. The infant was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives are helping patrol officers investigate the case. Anyone with information that may help them is asked to contact Det. Steve Callender at 860-886-5561 ext. 3154 or at scallender@cityofnorwich.org. Those who wish to remain anonymous may call the tip line at 860-886-5561 ext. 4.