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POLICE have detained two dogs believed to be involved in a brutal attack that left a man dead in a back garden.
A 33-year-old man, who was looking after his brother's dogs, was found dead in Hereford Close, Rubery, on Wednesday with dog bite-mark injuries, West Midlands Police said.An investigation is underway after a man was found dead outside a house in BirminghamPolice had previously said there were 'potentially' three dogs on the looseOfficers believe the man was attacked by at least one dog which contributed to his death.
Two American bulldogs were seized by the force at the scene, while the breeds of the other dogs remain unknown. Police had previously said there were "potentially" three dogs on the loose and have not yet confirmed whether they are seeking any more.Yesterday, Supt Sally Simpson said: "This is a really tragic incident, and the family of the man are being supported by officers.""Our priority right now is finding the other dogs that we believe may have been involved."
Dog Unit cop Insp Leanne Chapman previously said: "We have officers liaising with vets and the local authority.
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