BBCA ten-year-old woman has died after being bitten at residence by a household canine in North Yorkshire, police say.
Officers had been known as to the incident on the residence within the Malton space by Yorkshire Ambulance Service at about 16:15 GMT on Friday.
Police mentioned regardless of efforts by medical professionals and a member of the general public who got here to the household’s help, the woman suffered severe accidents and died on the scene.
Following the assault, police mentioned the canine was secured inside a automobile by a member of the family and was seized by officers once they arrived.
North Yorkshire Police mentioned the animal had been taken to safe kennels the place it at present remained.
The power mentioned the canine was being assessed as a part of the investigation.
A spokesperson for Yorkshire Ambulance Service mentioned a “vary of ambulance assets” had been despatched in response to the emergency name on Friday.
Police added: “Our ideas stay with the woman’s household and associates at this very distressing time. Officers are supporting the household whereas inquiries proceed.
“We additionally urge individuals to not speculate in regards to the incident, respect the household’s privateness and permit them to grieve in peace.
“We’ll present extra info after we are in a position to.”
