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Girl Dies After Dog Attack
A 10-year-old girl died after a dog attack in North Yorkshire. An investigation is underway.
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North Yorkshire Police
Savannah Bentham
- What was the emergency response?
- Emergency services responded to the scene on Friday at 4 pm, but Savannah died at the scene despite medical efforts.
- What happened to Savannah Bentham?
- Savannah Bentham, a 10-year-old girl, died after being attacked by her family's dog in Malton, North Yorkshire.
- What are the next steps in the case?
- The dog involved in the attack will be destroyed, and a post-mortem examination has been conducted; an inquest will follow.
- What is known about the dog involved?
- The dog's breed has not been revealed, and an investigation is underway to determine why the attack occurred, despite the girl and dog having a close relationship.
- What was the family's response to the tragedy?
- The family released a statement expressing their devastation and asking for privacy while they grieve.