XL Bully 'destroyed' by armed police after attacking woman in Salford
The dog went on a rampage in Eccles last night
An XL Bully dog, which went on a rampage in Salford, has been killed by police.
Officers were called to Gladstone Road in Eccles last night after the dog attacked a woman.
After being unable to regain control of the animal, police were forced to destroy it.
In a statement, Greater Manchester Police say:
"At around 9pm tonight (Friday 28 June 2024) on Gladstone Road in Eccles we were called to several reports of a dog dangerously out of control that was subsequently attacking the public and injured a woman in the process.
"Initially, both local officers and the public were unable to regain control of the dog.
"Specialised officers were deployed and tried to safely secure the XL Bully but were unsuccessful.
"This meant unfortunately due to the risk and harm it was causing as a banned breed it was destroyed at the scene as the last possible option.
"Two men were later arrested and detained after confronting officers. The woman victim is still receiving treatment for her injuries.
"We understand the concern this incident will raise within the community but our officers have a duty to act in challenging situations on a regular basis with the aim of keeping everyone safe."