10-year-old girl dies after being bitten by her family’s dog
North Yorkshire Police were called at 4.15pm on Friday to the incident in the Malton area.
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Your support makes all the difference.A 10-year-old girl has died after she was bitten by her family’s dog, police have said.
North Yorkshire Police were called at 4.15pm on Friday to the incident that happened inside the family’s home in the Malton area.
A member of the public came to help the family and the Yorkshire Ambulance Service attended, the force reported.
The girl suffered serious injuries and died at the scene, officers said.
We also urge people not to speculate about the incident, respect the family’s privacy and allow them to grieve in peace
Police added that a family member secured the dog inside a car before emergency services arrived.
The animal was later seized by officers who took it to secure kennels where it remains, and it is being assessed as part of the investigation.
Officers were called to the scene by ambulance crews.
North Yorkshire Police said: “Our thoughts remain with the girl’s family and friends at this very distressing time. Officers are supporting the family while inquiries continue.
“We also urge people not to speculate about the incident, respect the family’s privacy and allow them to grieve in peace.
“We will provide more information when we are able to.”