Man arrested after 11-year-old lady attacked by American XL bully crossbreed in Birmingham

A person has been arrested after an 11-year-old lady and two males have been injured by an American XL bully crossbreed in Birmingham.

West Midlands Police mentioned the person is being held on suspicion of possessing a canine dangerously uncontrolled.

In a press release, the power mentioned: “A 60-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possessing a dog dangerously out of control.

“He has been bailed with circumstances whereas enquiries proceed. The canine at the moment stays in safe kennels.”

Home Secretary Suella Braverman said on Sunday she was seeking “pressing recommendation” about banning American XL bully canine after footage confirmed the animal attacking the lady, and two males, within the Bordesley Green space of Birmingham.

A video of the assault appeared on the social media platform TikTok.

The two males have been additionally injured within the assault after the canine broke free from its collar twice.

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In a earlier assertion launched on Monday, West Midlands Police mentioned: “We are continuing to investigate after three people were injured when a dog broke free from its collar in Bordesley Green on Saturday afternoon.

“The crossbreed bully XL/Staffordshire bull terrier pet chased an 11-year-old lady and she or he sustained critical accidents to her shoulder and forearms. She was handled in hospital and is now recovering at residence.

“Several people rushed to her aid and as the dog broke free from its owner a second time, a 20-year-old man was chased across a garage forecourt and was taken to hospital with bites to his shoulder and forearm, along with cuts and bruises from being dragged across the floor.”