He saved his family by unleashing his pit bull dog on the attackers.

In an incident that occurred in São Paulo, Brazil, captured by security cameras, a mother's quick thinking to use her pit bull dog to protect her family has garnered praise.

Last week in the Penha neighborhood, a family returning from shopping was subjected to an armed robbery attempt in front of their home. The incident, which took place around 8:30 PM, targeted a couple with small children in the vehicle.

According to security camera footage, as they approached their home, two attackers attempted to incapacitate the family father, who was a taxi driver, while a third attacker got into the driver's seat of the vehicle. The father, resisting the attacker who demanded the keys, engaged in a violent struggle.

Noticing the situation, the mother ran into the house, brought out the pit bull dog, and released it against the attackers. The attackers, seeing the dog, fled the scene in panic. The loyal dog chased one of the fleeing attackers for a while.

According to local police officials, the attackers were only able to escape the scene with a bag containing documents and two mobile phones. The incident has drawn attention to the increasing crime rates in the area, prompting neighborhood residents to express their security concerns.

Police teams have launched an investigation into the incident and are continuing their efforts to capture the attackers. Local authorities have announced that security measures in the area will be increased.