A 19-year-old woman died in Bristol after a dog attack. Two people are arrested. Police investigate.
Emergency services went to the scene after a report about the dog attack inside a flat. Police arrived around 7:19 PM.
Paramedics tried to help the 19-year-old woman, but she died there. Police have told her family.
Police arrested two people, a man, and a woman, both in their 20s. They are suspected of having a dangerously out-of-control dog, which caused death, and may have had a banned dog breed. They are still in custody.
Police sedated and took the dog. Vets will now examine the dog, which might be an XL Bully. Police will confirm the breed.
A witness saw officers and a helicopter around 9:30 PM on Wednesday. The road closed and stayed shut until Thursday morning, reopening later that morning.
Inspector Terry Murphy spoke about the tragedy, saying their thoughts are with the woman’s family and that they will support them. He thanked the first responders for trying to save her life and said they will get support too.
A full investigation started right away as Police want to find out what happened. Cobhorn Drive closed during the investigation. Police thanked people for their patience and noted there will be more police in the area whom people can talk to if they have concerns.