Woman, 19, killed in dog attack at house
Woman, 19, killed in dog attack at house
A 19-year-old woman was tragically killed in a dog-related incident at a property in Essex. Emergency services were dispatched to Long Hide, a village near Dunmow, at 22:45 BST on Friday. Upon arrival, they discovered the woman with severe injuries, though she could not be saved despite the immediate efforts of responders.
Essex Police confirmed that a 37-year-old man from Dunmow was taken into custody on suspicion of negligently allowing his dog to act dangerously out of control, resulting in a fatal injury. The canine was confiscated, and specialists secured the scene to ensure safety for all involved.
“This incident will deeply affect the local community,” said Assistant Chief Constable Stuart Hooper. “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who passed away. Officers will be present today to engage with residents and gather any relevant details. Investigators are currently working to establish the full circumstances of what occurred.”
The police have urged anyone with footage from CCTV, dashcams, or other sources to contact them. The case is referenced as incident 1419 from 10 April. If you have a story idea for Essex, reach out through the provided channels. Follow Essex news updates on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram, and X for further developments.
