Downing Street announces work to cut dog attacks after spate of incidents in Greater Manchester
Downing Street says work is underway to try and reduce dog attacks following a spate of incidents in Greater Manchester and across the country. Our region has seen two tragedies caused by dog attacks in the space of a year, plus at least four other serious dog attacks.
Now, Downing Street says police, councils and animal welfare experts are teaming up to explore ways to reduce dog attacks and promote responsible ownership. “There have been some horrific cases and our thoughts and sympathies are with those that have been affected,” the Prime Minister’s official spokesman told PA.Daniel Twigg, described as a 'caring little boy' who 'loved animals,' was attacked by a dog outside a property on Carr Lane in Milnrow, Rochdale on May 15 last year.
And on May 19 this year, 37-year-old father Jonathan Hogg suffered fatal injuries after he was attacked by a dog, believed to be an XL bully type. The dog, which police said was 'dangerously out of control', was later shot dead by armed police. Police are continuing to investigate both deaths. Following Jonathan's death this month, a man and a woman were both arrested in connection with the incident, and have since been bailed pending further investigation.
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