A 23-year-old man has died after a suspected dog attack at a rural property in Sydney's south-west. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing The Guardian.
The incident occurred on Wednesday. Police were alerted to the discovery of the man's body at a rural property in Eschol Park. Officers found the body with significant injuries and established a crime scene.
"Initial inquiries indicate the man may have been attacked by animals prior to his death," New South Wales police said in a statement.
About eight dogs lived at the Eschol Park property, according to Sydney radio station 2GB. None of those animals were registered or microchipped, it was reported.
Campbelltown City detectives launched an investigation into the man's death. Their inquiries remain ongoing and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
Additional Information
The incident occurred in a quiet area in Sydney's south-west. Eschol Park is a suburb of Sydney, primarily residential. Death from a dog attack is rare, but this incident has raised concerns among local residents.
Police are urging witnesses or anyone with additional information to contact Campbelltown Police Station.
Investigation Progress
Investigators are currently determining the circumstances of the incident. They are trying to establish which dog carried out the attack and how it happened. They are also checking who owns the dogs and under what conditions they were kept.
This case serves as another reminder to pet owners about responsibility. Registering and microchipping dogs is a legal requirement, but many owners do not comply.
Police say the investigation is ongoing, and a final report will be submitted to the coroner.