Toronto, Canada – A man from Toronto is facing charges following a brutal dog attack on a woman at an Etobicoke bus stop in early February. The victim, Anita Browne, 54, sustained life-altering injuries during the incident. After being informed of an arrest by Toronto police investigators on Friday morning, Browne expressed relief at the progress in the case.
The suspect, identified as Ali Ismael Stanley, 36, is facing multiple charges related to the attack, including three counts of dog biting, two counts of criminal negligence causing bodily harm, and disobeying a lawful court order. Despite the arrest, the dogs involved in the attack have not yet been located by authorities.
On February 7, Browne was waiting at a bus stop when she was approached by two large dogs, believed to be pit bull terriers, without any handlers present. The dogs growled at Browne before launching a vicious attack, causing significant injuries. She managed to defend herself with a personal shopping cart but was ultimately overpowered by the animals.
During the attack, a Good Samaritan intervened, allowing Browne to escape into their vehicle. However, she suffered severe injuries, including needing stitches on her cheek and arm, as well as sustaining a broken forearm. The dogs were also reported to have attacked a cyclist and made threatening advances towards others in the vicinity.
Following the incident, Toronto police released images of a potential suspect and the two dogs, urging the public to come forward with any information. Browne, who resides in North York, expressed a sense of relief after the arrest but highlighted the financial strain caused by her inability to work due to her injuries.
The aftermath of the attack has also taken an emotional toll on Browne, impacting not only her but also her teenage daughter and sister, who have been caring for her. Despite her independence, Browne now finds herself relying on the support of others due to the traumatic event. Surgery is still required to repair her injured arm, adding to the challenges she faces in her recovery process.