Baby killed by dog in Co Waterford

A baby girl has been killed by a dog in Co Waterford.
By staff reporter
Published 7th Jun 2021, 10:15 BST
Updated 7th Jun 2021, 10:21 BST
Gardai have launched an investigation into the death of a three month old baby girl after she was attacked by a dog.Gardai have launched an investigation into the death of a three month old baby girl after she was attacked by a dog.
Gardai have launched an investigation into the death of a three month old baby girl after she was attacked by a dog.

A statement said: “Gardaí are investigating all the circumstances after a female infant, aged 3 months, was fatally injured by a dog at a residence in Clashmore, Co.Waterford in the early hours of this morning, 7th June 2021.

“Gardaí and paramedics treated the infant at the scene until she was taken to Cork University Hospital. She was pronounced deceased a short time later.

“An Garda Síochána are appealing to the media and public to respect the privacy of the family at this time.”

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