Man in hospital after suspected XL bully attack

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Image caption, A man is said to have "life-changing" injuries following an attack by a suspected XL bully dog, like the type pictured

A man is being treated for "life-changing" injuries following an attack by a suspected XL bully dog, police said.

Officers were called to the Knowle area of Bristol at about 11:25 BST on Sunday, following reports a man had been injured in a garden on Quilter Grove.

Dog handlers sedated and seized the dog, and then removed it from the property. Police said the dog was believed to be a registered XL bully.

A woman was arrested on suspicion of having a dog dangerously out of control, and has since been released on bail.

Avon and Somerset Police said: 鈥淲e'd like to reassure the public we do not believe there is any ongoing risk to public safety following this incident.

"Inquiries, including confirming the breed and registration of the dog, are ongoing."

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