Man mauled to death by his own XL Bully at home as cops shoot dog dead

A MAN has been killed by his own XL Bully dog – with cops shooting the animal dead.

Police were called to Accrington, Lancashire, yesterday evening around 9.30pm by ambulance crews to reports of a dog attack.

David Daintree, 53, the owner of the animal, was confirmed to have died at the scene in his home in Ashley Court.

Lancashire Police said with the dog “continuing to pose a significant threat of serious harm” officers were “left with no alternative” but to use a firearm to kill it.

Supt Marie Jackson said: “This is a tragic incident which has sadly resulted in a man losing his life and my thoughts are with his loved ones at this time.

“An investigation into the circumstances is ongoing and I would appeal to anyone with any information to get in touch.

“We will have extra officers out and about in the area carrying out enquiries and I would urge anyone with information or concerns to speak to them.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting log 1480 of August 20 2024.