Tragedy in Caerphilly: Boy Killed in Dog Attack
Jack Lis Dies Following Horrific Dog Attack
Jack Lis tragically died at a house in Pentwyn, Penyrheol, Caerphilly on Monday afternoon. The dog involved was put down by officers at the scene.
Mum Breaks Silencing: “Our Sweet Boy Taken Too Soon”
Jack’s mum, Emma Whitfield, shared her heartbreak on Facebook, saying: “With so much heartbreak and before close friends and family see his name in the news, I have to announce our beautiful boy Jack was taken so tragically yesterday.” She made it clear the incident “was not our dog, nor did it happen at our family home,” adding that Jack “was out to play. We love you so much, our sweet, sweet boy.”
Community Distraught as School and Police Respond
Jack was a pupil at Cwm Ifor Primary School. Headteacher Gareth Rees said the entire school community “has been rocked by the tragic events of the past 24 hours.” Local police confirmed the attack took place in a nearby property, not Jack’s family home.
Chief Superintendent Mark Hobrough said paramedics attended the scene but Jack was pronounced dead. He extended his condolences: “My thoughts are with Jack’s family, friends, schoolmates and everyone affected within the community.” Officers continue their investigation at the site.
Neighbours Recall Horror and Chaos
- Residents heard “screaming” in the street on Monday afternoon.
- Lorrine Urvine said: “The kids – they were hysterical. And within minutes I’ve never seen so many police cars in my life.”
- Neighbour Tracey Lawrence added: “The little boy that lives there ran over to a neighbour saying the dog was attacking his friend. The neighbour couldn’t help, couldn’t save the boy.”
School Mourns Beloved Pupil
Headteacher Rees described Jack as a “bright and caring pupil popular amongst his peers and the teaching staff.” He said, “Our thoughts are very much with his family at this difficult time. We now need time and space to heal together as a school community.”
Support services will be provided to pupils and staff as they cope with the devastating loss.
