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Woman sentenced after cousin killed in XL bully attack

Woman sentenced after cousin killed in XL bully attack

Summary

A woman in Bristol was given a suspended prison sentence after her XL bully dog attacked and killed her cousin in February 2025. The man died from severe neck injuries, and the dog was put down after the attack.

Key Facts

  • Kelcie Reed, 24, admitted to being in charge of a dog that was dangerously out of control.
  • The dog attack happened in Reed’s flat in south Bristol.
  • Morgan Dorsett, 19, died from bites to his neck and face.
  • Reed was sentenced to 18 weeks in prison, but the sentence was suspended for 18 months.
  • Reed must also receive mental health treatment as part of the sentence.
  • Emergency services tried to save Morgan, but he died at the scene.
  • The dog, named Prince, was sedated at the scene and then humanely destroyed.
  • Judge Anna Richardson praised Reed for accepting responsibility and urged her to continue moving forward.
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