1-month-old baby girl dies in Astoria apartment after possible dog bite

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Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:04PM

Infant killed by German Shepherd in Queens

Crystal Cranmore has the story from Long Island City in Queens.

LONG ISLAND CITY, Queens (WABC) — A 1-month-old infant girl died in her family home after officials say she may have been bitten by the family dog.

It happened at the Queensbridge Houses at 21-01 12th Street in Long Island City.

The newborn was found inside her apartment with the family’s German shepherd just after 6:30 a.m.

The girl’s mother told detectives the baby was sleeping between the parents when the dog climbed into the bed and bit the girl’s face.

The baby was pronounced dead at the scene.

The child’s parents were home at the time and are being interviewed by detectives.

Few other details were released.

This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

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