Detroit father mauled by dogs dies after 4 days on life support
Harold Phillips died on Friday, Feb. 2 after being attacked by three dogs in Detroit earlier in the week. (Provided by Shauntaye Phillips)
DETROIT (FOX 2) - A Detroit father of six died Friday evening after being mauled by a group of dogs earlier in the week.
Harold Phillips had been on life support since three dogs attacked him on the night of Monday, Jan. 29.
"The dogs bit his groin, his head, his back, his legs – they mauled him," his wife, Shauntaye Phillips, told FOX 2 a day after the attack.
After the incident, Shauntaye created a GoFundMe campaign for her husband's hospital bills and to prepare for the worst – a funeral. She has been posting daily updates under the fundraiser to keep those who have donated in the loop.
Doctors had to amputate Harold's arm on Thursday, according to the family. While they had hope, Harold's condition did not improve and his organs began shutting down.
"It’s with deep sadness that I announce Harold’s passing," Shauntaye Phillips said in a statement. "It’s painful to think of all the important milestones Harold will miss in our children’s lives, from our son’s first basketball game this weekend to our daughter’s upcoming daddy-daughter dance that he was looking forward to. Our lives will never be the same. We are forever grateful for our community’s prayers, donations and support you’ve given our family."
'I’m heartbroken': Detroit father of 6 mauled by dogs, family asks for help
Harold Phillips of Detroit is on life support after being attacked by three dogs Monday night. His family is asking for help.
Harold was returning home from a trip to the mall on Monday, where he had bought new clothes for an upcoming job interview. He was in the area of Chicago and Longacre on Detroit’s west side when the dogs got out of a backyard and attacked him.
The dogs were taken by Detroit Animal Care and Control; their owner was cited for several ordinance violations. It is still unclear if he will be criminally charged.
Five of Harold's children are under the age of 18; they are 8,11,12,13, and 17 years old.
As of Friday, over $30,000 has been donated to the family. Those who would like to contribute to the GoFundMe can do so here.