Man charged over death of man bitten by German Shepherd in Wakefield
Man charged over death after dog bite in Wakefield

A man has been charged with manslaughter over the death of a man who was bitten by a German Shepherd on a footpath in Wakefield on Saturday, West Yorkshire Police said.

Details of the incident

Police said a 55-year-old man was bitten by a dog during the altercation. The incident took place on a footpath in Wakefield, where a police cordon was set up across the old trainline footpath where the fatal incident unfolded.

Charges and ongoing investigation

West Yorkshire Police have not released further details at this time. The case is ongoing, and more information is expected to follow.

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