Police detain two dogs following man's death in Rubery

The 33-year-old man was found dead on Tuesday morning.

Author: Hannah Richardson & Piers Mucklejohn PAPublished 23rd Aug 2024

Police have detained two dogs they were searching for which are believed to have attacked a man found dead in the back garden of a property in Birmingham.

A 33-year-old man, who was looking after his brother's dogs, was found dead in Hereford Close, Rubery, on Wednesday with dog bite-mark injuries, West Midlands Police said.

Officers believe the man was attacked by at least one dog which contributed to his death.

Two dogs were seized by the force at the scene which are both believed to be American bulldogs, but the breeds of the other dogs are unknown.

Police had previously said there were "potentially" three dogs on the loose and have not yet confirmed whether they are seeking any more.

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