A 19-year-old woman who died in a suspected dog attack in Essex has been named as Jamie-Lea Biscoe. Police were called to a property in Leaden Roding at 10.45pm on Friday, where the victim was found with serious injuries and pronounced dead at the scene.
A 37-year-old man from Dunmow was arrested on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control and causing injury resulting in death. He has been bailed until July while inquiries continue, Essex Police said on Sunday.
The dog involved, a family pet believed to be a lurcher crossbreed, has been seized. Tests are under way to formally establish the breed. Assistant Chief Constable Stuart Hooper expressed condolences and urged the public to respect the family's privacy during this difficult time.
A post-mortem examination is scheduled for Sunday. Police remain at the scene and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward via their website or anonymously through Crimestoppers.
