Tragic Pit Bull Attack in Brevard County: Partner Arrested for Animal Cruelty
A woman was tragically killed by her neighbor's pit bulls while walking her dogs last month in Brevard County, Florida. Following the incident, three dogs were found dead inside the home she shared with her alleged partner. The partner, Donnell Elliot Smith, has been arrested in connection with the case and faces charges of felony animal cruelty and three misdemeanors related to the mistreatment of the animals. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and Smith is scheduled to appear in court on June 16, 2026.