The first photograph has been released of a nine-month-old baby boy who was mauled to death by his family's XL Bully dog.
A Tragic Incident at the Family Home
Jonte William Bluck was staying at his father's home on 2nd November 2025 when the family pet attacked him. The infant was rushed to the Grange University Hospital but was pronounced dead prior to arrival.
Inquest Opens into Child's Death
An inquest into the baby's death was officially opened at Gwent Coroner's Court on Monday. Area coroner Rose Farmer detailed the brief circumstances of the case, confirming the child was bitten by the dog at his home address.
The provisional cause of death was given as a compressive head injury, which medical evidence confirmed was consistent with a dog bite. The coroner stated there was reason to suspect the death resulted directly from the XL Bully attack.
Ongoing Investigation and National Context
The opening of the inquest marks the formal start of the legal process to establish the full facts surrounding this devastating incident. This tragedy occurs amidst ongoing national debate and legislation concerning the XL Bully breed.
The case has been adjourned as investigations continue, with further hearings expected to examine the details of this fatal dog bite death.
