Murder inquiry opens after death of man bitten by dog in West Yorkshire
Summary
Police in West Yorkshire have started a murder investigation after a 55-year-old man died from dog bite injuries following an altercation on a public footpath. Another 55-year-old man was arrested and is in custody, and the police are asking witnesses to come forward.Key Facts
- The incident happened in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, just after 1:30 pm on a Saturday.
- A 55-year-old man was bitten by a dog during a fight on an old trainline footpath.
- The injured man was taken to the hospital in critical condition and died around 7 pm.
- Police arrested a 55-year-old man on suspicion of murder and owning a dangerously out-of-control dog.
- The police seized the dog involved in the attack.
- The homicide and major inquiry team is investigating the case.
- Police are asking witnesses, including two women who helped the victim, to contact them.
- Anyone with information can reach police through their website or by calling 101 with a specific crime reference number.
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