Woman in her 20s killed in dog attack as police detain pack of seven beasts

Woman in her 20s killed in dog attack as police detain pack of seven beasts

DAILY STAR

A woman in her 20s has died after being attacked by a dog in Caterham, Surrey.

The horrific attack took place at around 2.45pm today (January 12).

A second person is in hospital, but her condition is “not life-threatening,” Surrey Police has said.

Armed police detained seven dogs from what is believed to be the owner, with the help of National Police Air Service.

The woman was treated at the scene in Gravelley Hill but was pronounced dead at the time.

Chief Inspector Alan Sproston said: “Our thoughts are with the family of the woman who sadly died this afternoon.

“This incident will be concerning to the local community and I would like to reassure them that we believe all dogs have been accounted for and are in police custody.

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