Tragic news from Monmouthshire—a nine-month-old baby boy has died following a dog attack at a home in Rogiet. The horrific incident occurred on Sunday evening, and it’s now been confirmed that the dog involved was an XL bully. This breed was registered with the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs before the recent ban took effect. Sadly, the dog was put down following the attack.
Assistant Chief Constable Vicki Townsend of Gwent Police shared that while the dog was registered as an XL bully, it was done so before the breed’s ban came into play. The family and community are going through an incredibly tough time, and it’s crucial to ensure that accurate information is prioritised over speculation and rumours. The police are continuing their investigation to uncover more about this tragic event.
The police are calling on the community to be patient and responsible during this ongoing investigation. They will keep the public updated as new information is available. If anyone has details that could assist in this investigation, they’re urged to contact Gwent Police at 101, quoting reference 2500349915.
This heartbreaking incident has left everyone in shock, and our thoughts are with the family during this unimaginable time.