A 10-year-old boy has died after being mauled by a dog inside a home.
Emergency services rushed after receiving reports of a dog attack in a home in South Wales shortly after 4pm on Monday, November 8.
The ambulance service confirmed the 10-year-old boy died at the scene in Caerphilly, WalesOnline reports.
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The dog was shot dead by police firearms officers at the house.
A police spokesperson said: “We were called to an address in Pentwyn, Penyrhoel, Caerphilly at around 3.55pm on Monday, November 8, following reports of a dog attack.
“Officers attended, including specially-trained firearms officers, alongside paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service who confirmed that a 10-year-old boy had died at the scene.
“The dog was destroyed by firearms officers and no other animals were involved in the attack.”
Chief Superintendent Mark Hobrough said: “Officers will be making further inquiries at this time and will remain at the scene as the investigation progresses.
“It is possible that you may see ongoing police activity in Caerphilly as part of this work. You may have also seen an increased presence earlier today while officers were attending the incident but please do not be alarmed.
“If you have concerns or information then please do stop and talk with us.”
Eyewitnesses reported seeing up to 12 police cars and four ambulances at the scene of an incident in Pentwyn in the Penyrheol area of Caerphilly at around 4pm on Monday. The animal was subsequently shot dead at the scene.
Forensics officers were still at the scene on Monday evening with another police car also present and several houses cordoned off as officers controlled access to the scene.
The police spokesman added: “Anyone with information is asked to call us on 101 quoting log reference 2100392510.
“You can also send police a direct message on Facebook or Twitter. Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.”
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