Urgent hunt for two dogs on the loose after man found dead in garden following ‘attack’

An urgent hunt for two dogs is underway after a 33-year-old man was found dead in the back garden of a property in Birmingham.

The man is thought to have been attacked by at least one dog, which may have contributed to his death, West Midlands Police said.

Officers were called to Hereford Close in Rubery on Wednesday to reports that a number of dogs were loose.

Two dogs were seized at the scene by officers, and police are now looking for two more animals they believe were at the property while the attack took place.

It is not clear which of the four dogs was responsible for the attack.

None of the animals involved are believed to be from a banned breed, and are thought to instead be American bulldog-types.

Supt Sally Simpson, of Birmingham Police, said: ‘This is a really tragic incident, and the family of the man are being supported by officers. 

‘The investigation into his death is continuing, and our priority right now is finding the other dogs that we believe may have been involved.’

Insp Leanne Chapman, from our Dog Unit, said: ‘We have officers liaising with vets and the local authority, and are using our drone capability to scour the wider area.

‘We really need to hear from anyone who has seen these dogs and it’s vital that if you see them, you don’t approach them but call 999 immediately. 

‘Similarly, if you or someone you know has taken the dogs in after finding them loose, we need you to call us as soon as possible.’

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