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45-Year-Old Man Arrested After Three-Month-Old Girl Dies from Dog Bite in Redcar
A three-month-old girl died following a dog bite at a home in Dormanstown, Redcar, Teesside, on Thursday afternoon. Cleveland Police arrested a 45-year-old man on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury resulting in death. Two dogs involved were destroyed after assessment.
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A 45-year-old man was arrested after a three-month-old girl died from injuries sustained in a dog bite incident in Teesside. The event occurred in a quiet cul-de-sac in Redcar. on Thursday. Armed officers attended the location, where one dog was destroyed on the street.
A second dog found at the property was seized by police and later destroyed. Both dogs were evaluated by a specialist officer and determined not to be prohibited breeds under relevant laws.
The investigation into the girl's death is ongoing, with police treating it as resulting from a dog bite.
The arrested man has been released on bail pending further inquiries. The incident took place in a residential cul-de-sac, affecting local residents and the victim's family.
Cleveland Police have maintained a scene at the property with a visible policing presence to support the investigation. This includes appeals for information from the community.
officials addressed the incident.
Police are seeking mobile, doorbell, or dash cam footage from anyone with relevant information. The family of the deceased girl is receiving support during the investigation. Further updates are expected as the probe continues, potentially involving forensic analysis and witness statements.
