Morgan Dorsett, 19, from Shropshire, died after a dog attack in Bristol. Two people have been arrested in connection.
It happened on Cobhorn Drive in Withywood. Morgan’s family thanked people for their kindness and they get updates on the police work. A special officer helps the family. Paramedics and police also get support now.
The family appreciates the flowers left. They want privacy during this sad time.
Ambulance called police about the dog attack at 7:19 p.m. Morgan died there despite efforts to help. Neighbors heard screams after the attack. A woman left covered in blood, and she may have owned the dog.
The police caught the dog. Vets checked the sedated dog. It was likely an XL Bully type, and they destroyed it.
Neighbors heard screaming during the attack. They saw a big, brown and white dog.
Police arrested two people. A man and woman are in their twenties. They let a dog be dangerously out of control, which caused death, and they owned a banned dog breed. They got bail Friday.
Inspector Murphy sends his condolences and is thinking of the young woman’s family. A family liaison officer supports them.
He thanked officers and paramedics who helped. Support is available for them too. They are fully investigating her death now. There will be more police in the area so talk to them if you have worries.