Woman died from neck injuries in family dog attack in Essex
The 19 year old died at her home in Dunmow earlier this month
A 19-year-old woman, who was fatally attacked by a dog at her home in Dunmow in Essex, sustained serious traumatic injuries to her neck, an inquest has heard.
Jamie-Lea Biscoe was found by her father in an upstairs bedroom on the evening of 10th April, according to court co-ordinator Matthew Austin.
Mr Austin stated that the serious neck injuries were suspected to have been caused by one of the family’s dogs.
A forensic post-mortem examination confirmed neck injuries as the cause of death, with further investigation of histology and toxicology pending.
Essex senior coroner Lincoln Brookes has suspended coronial proceedings following a written request from Essex Police, who are conducting a criminal investigation.
Mr Brookes expressed condolences to the family and friends of Jamie-Lea Biscoe, describing the death as a tragic loss.
Police were called to the property on Long Hide in Leaden Roding at 10.45pm on 10th April, where Ms Biscoe was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 37-year-old man from Dunmow was arrested on suspicion of being in charge of a dangerously out-of-control dog causing injury resulting in death.
He has been bailed until July while investigations continue.
The dog, described as a lurcher cross and a family pet, has been seized, and tests are underway to determine its exact breed.