A 19-year-old woman has died after she was attacked by a dog suspected to be an XL Bully, Avon and Somerset Police have said.
Two people have been arrested following the fatal incident in Bristol on Wednesday.
Officers were called to a flat in Cobhorn Drive in the Hartcliffe area at 7.19pm yesterday.
They attended alongside the ambulance service but despite their efforts the victim tragically died at the scene.
The woman’s family have been informed and they are being supported by a specially trained officer, Avon and Somerset Police said.
A man and a woman, both aged in their 20s, have been arrested on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury resulting in death and possession of a prohibited breed of dog. They remain in police custody.
The dog was sedated and seized and will be subject to assessment by veterinary experts. Initial reports suggested it may be an XL Bully, but confirming the breed will form part of the assessment process, police said.
Neighbourhood Inspector Terry Murphy said: “Our thoughts, first and foremost, are with the family of the young woman who’s tragically died as a result of yesterday evening’s incident. They have been updated and will be supported by a family liaison officer.
“I’d also like to thank the officers and paramedics who attended yesterday evening and tried to save her life. Support is in place for them.
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Read More“A full investigation is now well underway to establish the full circumstances of the events that led to her death.
“As part of this work, Cobhorn Drive was closed last night and I thank everyone for their patience and understanding about our need to do this.
“There will be an increased police presence in the area over the coming days, including neighbourhood officers, and if you have any concerns please do speak to them.”
Police have appealed for anyone with any information relevant to the investigation to contact them.
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