Officers were called to an address in Pentwyn, Penyrhoel, Caerphilly at around 3.55pm on Monday...

Published: 11:10 am November 9, 2021
Updated: 4:19 pm March 8, 2026
Officers Were Called To An Address In Penyrhoel Where A 10-year-old Was Later Confirmed As Dead By Paramedics From The Welsh Ambulance Service

Officers were called to an address in Pentwyn, Penyrhoel, Caerphilly at around 3.55pm on Monday 8 November, following reports of a dog attack.

Officers attended, including specially-trained firearms officers, alongside paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service, who confirmed that a 10-year-old boy had died at the scene.

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