A woman from Scotland has credited an unknown individual for saving her life during a brutal attack by an XL Bully. Lesley Anne Robinson, aged 63, was out walking her granddaughter’s border collie puppy, Bea, on Marina Road in West Lothian when the incident occurred last Thursday.
The XL Bully, without a muzzle and off its leash, suddenly lunged at Bea, biting the puppy’s neck and then turned its aggression towards Lesley Anne, causing injuries to her arms and fingers before knocking her to the ground. Fortunately, a stranger came to their rescue, managing to pull the dog away before its owners fled the scene.
Recounting the frightening experience, Lesley Anne described how she tried in vain to free Bea from the dog’s grip before the stranger intervened. She expressed disappointment at the lack of assistance from the dog’s owners, who seemed indifferent to the situation.
Following the attack, Lesley Anne, bleeding and in shock, made her way back home with Bea. She suffered deep lacerations to her arms and multiple cuts on her fingers, realizing the gravity of the situation and acknowledging that the stranger’s timely intervention likely saved her life.
The emotional trauma of the incident has deeply affected Lesley Anne, who expressed her gratitude to the man who intervened. She emphasized the potential danger posed by the XL Bully and the need for authorities to take action before a more severe incident occurs.
Local authorities have acknowledged the incident and indicated that it has been reported to relevant agencies for further action. Concerns about the XL Bully and its history of aggression have prompted calls for decisive measures to prevent future attacks. Councillor Harry Cartmill highlighted the urgency for authorities to address the issue promptly.
In response to inquiries, Police Scotland confirmed receiving a report of the incident and stated that it has been referred to appropriate partner agencies for investigation. Additionally, a spokesperson from West Lothian Council clarified that matters involving prohibited dog breeds and dog attacks fall under the jurisdiction of Police Scotland, emphasizing the collaboration between the council and law enforcement on such issues.