Police say the dog that killed Milton Keynes girl Alice Stones, 4, was a ‘family pet’

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Police confirmed that a four-year-old girl was killed in a dog attack by a pet.

Investigating officers confirmed the news at a press conference, adding that the dog was destroyed by armed officers at the scene.

Police said work is continuing to establish the animal’s bloodline.

The girl was named locally for Alice Stones, who lived on an estate in the Netherfield area of ​​Milton Keynes.

Officers were called to Broadlands shortly after 5pm on January 31, following reports that a child had been attacked by a dog.

Soon after, it was confirmed that the girl had died at the place of residence.

No official identification has yet been established and her family is being supported by specially trained officers.

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Neighbors, who spoke to ITV News Anglia, who asked not to be named, said they heard two gunshots after a massive police presence on the scene. Neighbors also reported hearing a woman screaming.

The incident shocked the local community.

Rita Matthews, 36, who saw the girl on Tuesday while walking to school, described her as “beautiful”.

She said, “I know the girl, and I always pass her mother on the way to school. She’s such a beautiful girl. It’s so sad.”

Milton Keynes Local Police Area Commander Supt Mark Tarbett said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the girl who died in this very tragic accident.

“Our police officers are still at the scene of the very tragic incident, which shocked the entire city. If anyone wants to speak to our officers, please feel free to reach out to them with any questions or concerns you may have.”

No one has been arrested in connection with the incident.

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