Stupid should hurt.
And it did.
The difference between a wise man and a fool is that the wise man learns from his mistakes.
Not taking any bets on this kid, though.
Don’t steal.
But if you somehow just cannot manage to not steal, do not run from the dog.
Animals are unpredictable, and I believe there has to be a compelling reason to use them against a human being.
A 12-year old burglary suspect is simply not enough of a threat to sick a ferocious animal on.
And when animals do go out of control, the organization who is using them should be held responsible.
In a physical sense I prefer it only hurt when done in a criminal manner. Like in this case. Sure they'll sue and pay off Dad and Mom. The attorney already made it look like the suspects arm was hanging together by a blood vessel. Looks bad. Poor child.
Of course it might just stop the suspect from one day deciding to start breaking into private homes, where a dog bite might prove to be the very least of his problems.