A 53-year-old man has died after being attacked by a dog in Accrington.
Police were called shortly before 9.30pm yesterday (Tuesday) by the ambulance service to reports of a dog attacking someone inside a house at Ashley Court.
Officers attended and a man in his 50s was found dead.
He has been now been named as David Daintree, 53, who was the owner of the dog and who lived at that address. The dog has since been confirmed to be an XL Bully.
As the dog was continuing to pose a significant threat of serious harm, police said they were left with no alternative but to put down the animal and prevent it from causing further injury to others.
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Specially trained officers are supporting Mr Daintree’s family.
Police said an investigation is ongoing.
Supt Marie Jackson, said:” This is a tragic incident which has sadly resulted in a man losing his life and my thoughts are with his loved ones at this time.
“An investigation into the circumstances is ongoing and I would appeal to anyone with any information to get in touch.
“We will have extra officers out and about in the area carrying out enquiries and I would urge anyone with information or concerns to speak to them.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting log 1480 of 20 August 2024
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