10-Year-Old Girl Dies After Family Dog Attack in North Yorkshire

The tragic incident occurred at the child's home in Malton, with police urging respect for the family's privacy.

The attack happened inside the family's home in the Malton area of North Yorkshire on Friday afternoon.
Emergency services were called to the scene at 4:15 PM, but despite their efforts, the girl succumbed to her injuries.
A neighbor attempted to assist the family, while a relative secured the dog in a car before police arrived.
The dog has been seized by authorities and is being held in secure kennels as part of the ongoing investigation.
North Yorkshire Police are supporting the grieving family and have asked the public to refrain from speculation.