The XL Bully dog that attacked an 11-year-old girl and two men in Birmingham.
In a distressing incident that unfolded on Saturday, September 10, 2023, an XL Bully breed dog attacked an 11-year-old girl and two men in Bordesley Green, Birmingham, sending shockwaves through the community. The victims suffered injuries while trying to fend off the aggressive canine, prompting calls for a review of dangerous dog legislation.
The young girl, whose identity remains undisclosed, was bitten by the XL Bully dog as she ran past it. The two men, Good Samaritans who attempted to help the girl, were also viciously attacked, sustaining wounds to their shoulders and arms. All three victims were taken to a local hospital for treatment.
The girl’s injuries were deemed serious, particularly to her leg, which required immediate medical attention. However, she was later discharged after receiving necessary care. The two men who intervened to rescue her were also treated at the hospital and subsequently released.
The owner of the XL Bully dog, whose name has not been disclosed, was taken into custody by law enforcement on suspicion of having a dog dangerously out of control and causing injury. The dog, which was identified as an XL Bully breed, has been seized by the police and is currently undergoing assessment by canine experts.
The incident, which was captured on video and widely shared on social media platform TikTok, has sparked outrage and concern among the public. Many have expressed their shock at the severity of the attack and called for stricter measures regarding the ownership and control of potentially dangerous dog breeds.
Suella Braverman, the Home Secretary, weighed in on the matter, describing XL Bully dogs as a “clear and lethal” danger. She has pledged to review existing legislation surrounding dangerous dogs to prevent such incidents in the future.
The attack serves as a stark reminder of the importance of responsible pet ownership and the need for stricter regulations concerning certain dog breeds. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details may emerge as authorities delve deeper into the case.
This unfortunate event has ignited a broader discussion about the responsibility of dog owners, the safety of the public, and the measures needed to ensure that incidents like this do not occur again in the future.
Resources:
1.https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-birmingham-66775340
2.https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-66768514
3.https://news.sky.com/video/xl-bully-dog-attacks-11-year-old-girl-and-two-men-in-birmingham-12959146