XL Bully dies after being 'thrown' from bridge near Sheffield

The RSPCA has begun an investigation into the death of an XL Bully dog in South Yorkshire - believed to have been thrown from a flyover.

The body of the dog was discovered in an area under the A57 in Beighton known as The Washlands on Monday morning (January 22).

RSPCA inspector Kristy Ludlam said: “From the injuries sustained and the location where she was found, it appears that the poor dog was thrown from the flyover and died due to blunt force trauma injuries as she hit the ground.

“She was found on a route well used by dog walkers and had not been dead very long.

"I am appealing to anyone who may have seen something suspicious before the time she was found on 22 January at 11am to get in touch.

“This is a very busy road so I am hoping someone may have seen something or may have dash cam footage which would help the investigation."

The RSPCA said the dog was microchipped in Wigan, but they did not have the details of a "new owner".

XL Bullies became classed as dangerous dogs in England and Wales on December 31, and owners must be granted an exemption by the end of January.

They must also be kept muzzled and on a lead in public.

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