Two arrests after baby killed in XL bully dog attack
Summary
Two people were arrested after a nine-month-old baby died in an attack by an XL bully dog in south-east Wales. The dog was legally exempt from a recent ban on owning the breed, but authorities are investigating the incident and the arrests.Key Facts
- A nine-month-old baby was killed by an XL bully dog in south-east Wales.
- The incident happened in Crossway, Rogiet, near Caldicot, Monmouthshire, and was reported to authorities on a Sunday evening.
- Gwent Police arrested two people suspected of being responsible for a dangerous dog and child neglect.
- The arrested individuals have been released on bail while investigations continue.
- The XL bully dog involved was six years old and had an exemption certificate, allowing it to be owned legally despite a recent ban.
- It became illegal to own an XL bully without an exception certificate starting February 1, 2024.
- Despite the ban, dog attack numbers increased in 2024.
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