A 10-year-old girl tragically lost her life after being bitten by her family dog in Malton. Despite immediate medical assistance, she succumbed to severe injuries at the scene. North Yorkshire Police reported that the incident was deemed ‘out-of-character,’ as the girl and the dog shared a close bond. In the aftermath, authorities have decided to destroy the dog while conducting further inquiries to understand the attack. They request that the community respects the family’s privacy during this distressing time.