Police in Essex have issued a renewed warning to dog owners after a recent sentencing over a violent dog attack.

PC Terry Smith of the Thurrock Neighbourhood Policing Team said the warning comes after the sentencing of 27-year-old Danny Dodge for owning a dangerously out-of-control dog.

The dog, an XL Bully named Kilo, escaped from Mr Dodge’s home in Tilbury and attacked a woman and her pet dog.

PC Smith said: "This case serves as a stark reminder of the consequences when dangerous dogs are not kept under proper control.

"The victim not only suffered serious, life-changing injuries but also lost a much-loved family pet.

"The law places strict conditions on owners of banned breeds to protect the public and prevent incidents like this."

Despite having the correct exemption certificates for his dog, Mr Dodge admitted to owning a fighting dog and one that was dangerously out of control and caused injury.

Recorder Peter Clark sentenced Mr Dodge to a 12-month community order, with 120 hours of unpaid work and £1,900 in compensation.

He described it as a momentary lapse in attention and said there had been a lack of safety measures.

The court heard the victim was left unable to work, required help with daily tasks, and endured a "dramatic effect on my mental health."

The woman’s injuries included partial loss of feeling in both hands, deep lacerations, and a chewed index finger.

She spent two days in hospital and had to be readmitted due to infection.

Her dog, Nugget, was also fatally injured and had to be euthanised.

Mr Dodge, who expressed genuine remorse, agreed to have his own dog put down following the attack.

There had been no previous complaints about his XL Bully before the incident.

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Police issue fresh warning to dog owners after vicious attack in south Essex - May 28, 2025 East Tilbury Essex England Uk