Tragedy as schoolgirl is mauled to death by dog as horrifying screams heard
Video taken at the scene shows a police officer asking locals to move away from the home.Residents were warned they may hear a gunshot.It is thought the family had only owned the dog for six weeks.
He added: “About five or 10 minutes later, between 6pm and 6.30pm, I had a knock on the door saying it was best if I leave the house. Superintendent Matt Bullivant said: “This is an absolutely tragic incident, in which we believe that a child has been killed after being attacked by a dog. “I understand how much of an impact this will have on the community and on the wider public, and people can expect to see a large police presence in the area this evening and beyond while our investigation continues.
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