Woman, 19, Killed in Dog Attack at House
Essex Police Investigate Fatal Incident
A 19-year-old woman lost her life after being attacked by a dog at a residence in Essex. Emergency services arrived at Long Hide, a village close to Dunmow, at 22:45 BST on Friday. They discovered the victim with severe injuries, though efforts to save her were unsuccessful. The police confirmed she was declared dead at the scene.
A 37-year-old man from Dunmow was detained on suspicion of allowing his dog to behave dangerously, resulting in fatal harm. He remains in police custody. The canine was confiscated, and specialists secured the area to ensure safety.
“This event will deeply affect the local community,” said Assistant Chief Constable Stuart Hooper. “Our thoughts are with the woman’s family and friends. Officers will be present today for inquiries and to address any concerns. Experienced detectives are examining the circumstances to determine the sequence of events.”
Essex Police have requested assistance from individuals who may have footage, including CCTV or dashcam recordings, related to the incident. The case is noted as incident 1419, recorded on April 10th. If you have a story idea for Essex, please reach out. Follow updates on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram, and X.
