MIAMI — A dog owner is behind bars after Miami police said his two pit bulls attacked a man and his dog in Wynwood.

Police identified the owner as Jonte Jack. Investigators said Jack owned the two pit bulls that ambushed a man who was out running with his dog in the neighborhood.

Man jailed after pit bulls allegedly maul runner and his dog in Wynwood

According to police, the runner told officers Jack encouraged the dogs to attack.

Video taken by a bystander after the incident shows the victim on the ground as the two pit bulls walk away with their owner.

The victim, 30-year-old Evan Motlong, suffered cuts and bruises and is recovering.

Jack is facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, felony battery and criminal mischief.

Miami police arrest dog owner after alleged pit bull attack in Wynwood

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