Police have confirmed that the dog responsible for the fatal attack on 10-year-old Savannah Bentham was an XL bully. The incident occurred at her family home near Malton, North Yorkshire, where attempts to save her proved unsuccessful. The dog, which had been with the family for four years and held a Certificate of Exemption under recent legislation, was euthanized following the attack. This tragic event has raised concerns about dog safety and regulations regarding potentially dangerous breeds.