By Crash News Writer 
Anchorage, AK (August 4, 2025) – An Alaska family is speaking out after their 7-year-old son was mauled by a dog at a local playground. The attack happened on August 4 while Julien Houk, who has autism, was playing with his siblings near the swings when a man arrived with two children and a large dog.
According to reports, the dog lunged at Julien, biting him multiple times and tearing his ear. His father, Joshua Houk, rushed to pull him away and stop the bleeding before taking him to the hospital. Doctors closed the wound with eight sutures, noting the ear was nearly severed.
Witnesses say the dog’s owner left the scene before police could arrive. Anchorage police and animal control are still investigating, but no suspect has been identified. The family is asking the public for help in locating the man and preventing future attacks.
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This report is based on initial accounts from the victim’s family and law enforcement and may be updated as more details emerge.
- Authorities have not yet located or identified the dog’s owner.
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