XL Bully that killed owner on her birthday 'had to be shot four times' (2024)

Jonathan Halstead, 35

Jonathan Halstead, 35 - January 29, 2020

Jonathan died from a severe neck injury and bites after being attacked in his home in Oldham, Greater Manchester by his pet Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Bronson.

It is believed the dog attacked him when its owner suffered an epileptic fit.

Jack Lis, 10

Jack Lis, 10 - November 8, 2021

Schoolboy Jack Lis, ten, suffered catastrophic injuries after being mauled by an American XL bully dog called Beast while visiting a friend's home in Penyrheol in Caerphilly, Waleson November 8, 2021.

Neighbours and Welsh Ambulance Service paramedics desperately tried to save him but he died at the scene. Armed police destroyed the dog on site.

Adam Watts, 55

Adam Watts, 55 - December 22, 2021

Adam Watts, 55, was attacked at the Juniper Kennels and Cattery in Kirkton of Auchterhouse, near Dundee, and was pronounced dead at the scene on December 22, 2021.

Bella-Rae Birch, 17 months - March 21, 2022

Toddler Bella-Rae Birch was attacked by her family's pet American bully XL dog when she was just 17 months old.

The vicious dog snatched the child out of her mother's arms while they were at their home in Blackbrook, St Helens, Merseyside, on March 21 last year.

Keven Jones, 62

Keven Jones, 62 - May 28, 2022

Keven Jones died after he was attacked by an American Bully XL dog in Wrexham, Wales on May 28 last year.

Ambulance workers attempted to save him but they were unable to stop his left leg bleeding.

Mr Jones was then pronounced dead at his son's house following the attack.

Joanne Robinson, 43

Joanne Robinson, 43 - July 15, 2022

Mother-of-two Joanne Robinson, 43, was killed by her American bully XL dog, Rocco, after it 'turned mad in the extreme heat' in July last year.

She died at the scene of the attack at home in Rotherham, South Yorkshire while her partner, Jamie Stead, was left with injuries to his hands, stomach and face as he tried to pull the animal off her.

Joanne's mother Dot, of Wath-upon-Dearne, South Yorkshire, revealed at the time that Rocco had previously fought with their other dog Lola - and she had warned her daughter to 'get rid of one of them'.

Ian 'Wiggy' Symes, 34

Ian Symes, 34 - August 2022

Ian 'Wiggy' Symes, 34, who is understood to have been walking a bully XL dog himself at a recreation ground in Fareham, Hampshire, died at the scene following a horrific dog attack in August 2022.

His devastated family said he was 'doing something he loved' when he died in the field in Fareham, Hampshire.

Ann Dunn, 65

Ann Dunn, 65 - October 3, 2022

Ann Dunn, 65, was found collapsed with 'catastrophic injuries' at her Liverpool home she shared with seven dogs on October 3 last year.

She was mauled to death by dogs including an American bully XL - and had been sent to hospital a year before her death because she had been bitten by a dog.

Shirley Patrick, 83

Shirley Patrick, 83 - December 3, 2022

Widowed grandmotherShirley Patrick, 83, died after being viciously mauled by an XL bully in her own home.

The retired nurse died in hospital 17 days after suffering 'life-threatening injuries' during the 'hellish' and 'violent' dog attack in Caerphilly, South Wales on December 3 last year.

Jonathan Hogg, 37

Jonathan Hogg, 37 - May 18, 2023

Jonathan Hogg, 37, was mauled to death by an American XL bully dog when it turned on him while he was looking after it for a friend.

He entered the pen when it went for him, leaving bite wounds on his arm, leg and head, an inquest heard.

He was rushed to hospital but died of his injuries after the mauling in Leigh, Greater Manchester, on May 18 this year.

Ian Price, 52

Ian Price, 52 - September 14, 2023

On Thursday, September 14, 'pillar of the community' Ian Price, 52, was attacked and killed by two 'devil' XL bully dogs after they jumped out of his neighbour's window in Stonnall, Staffordshire.

Mr Price was attacked and killed by the two dogs which jumped out of a neighbour's window yards from a primary school. He reportedly died defending his elderly mother from the animals.

The dogs bit him and ripped the clothes from his body leaving him dying in a pool of blood in his boxer shorts in the horror attack just feet from his home.

Ian Langley, 54

Ian Langley, 54 - October 3, 2023

Ian Langley, 54, was set upon on the estate in Sunderland on October 3 this year by an enormous XL bully dog which grabbed him by the neck as he bent down to pick up his Patterdale terrier pup.

The attack left Mr Langley needing CPR for around 15 minutes as emergency services fought to stop heavy bleeding from his wounds. He died from his injuries.

XL Bully that killed owner on her birthday 'had to be shot four times' (2024)

FAQs

XL Bully that killed owner on her birthday 'had to be shot four times'? ›

An XL Bully that killed its owner on her 23rd birthday had to be shot four times as police tried to stop it attacking its victim, according to reports. Nicole Morey, who reportedly owned four dogs, recently posted on Facebook to say her XL Bully was 'freaking out' and got 'too excited' before going on walks.

Which XL bully owner was celebrating birthday when she was mauled to death? ›

Nicole Morey, 23, was killed in the dog attack in the Fedamore area of Limerick on Tuesday after coming in from a night out celebrating her birthday with family and friends. Investigators believe she had just opened her front door when she was mauled by the dog.

What happened to Nicole Morey? ›

Nicole Lisa Marie Morey, (23), originally from Bawnmore View, Limerick City, was killed by her dogs at her home in Fedamore, Co Limerick, last Tuesday night.

Who killed their owner American XL Bully? ›

Keven Jones died after he was attacked by an American Bully XL dog in Wrexham, Wales on May 28 last year. Ambulance workers attempted to save him but they were unable to stop his left leg bleeding. Mr Jones was then pronounced dead at his son's house following the attack.

Did an XL bully owner referred to dogs as her sons before being mauled to death? ›

An XL bully owner who referred to her dogs as her “sons” was mauled to death by two of them on her 23rd birthday. Nicole Morey had been out celebrating her birthday before she was attacked by a dog outside a house in Ballyneety, Co Limerick, at around 11.40pm on Tuesday.

Why are XL bullies banned? ›

When the previous government announced the XL bully ban for England and Wales in late 2023, it said the breed had been "disproportionately involved" in deaths recorded since 2021.

Who was the girl killed by XL Bully? ›

The woman, who was named locally as Nicole Morey, was killed on Tuesday evening at a house in Ballyneety, County Limerick, at around 11.40pm. Her body has been taken to University Hospital Limerick for a post-mortem. Irish broadcaster RTE said the dog involved in the attack was understood to be an XL bully.

What happened to Jennifer Morey? ›

In 1998, Jennifer filed a lawsuit against Pinkerton Security and was awarded an undisclosed amount of money. She also met the man who would become her husband. Jennifer is still friends with the emergency dispatcher, Richard Everett.

Where is Nicole Ducouer now? ›

Nicole Ducouer is an anchor at WXII 12 News in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

What happened to Nicole Hurley? ›

Nicole Hurley, a 37-year-old mother of four, was stabbed to death by her controlling and abusive partner in front of her children on October 10, 2021, at their home in Broxwood Way, Primrose Hill.

How old is XL Bully? ›

The American XL bully is a modern breed of dog developed in the 1990s – the largest variation of the American bully breed that also includes the pocket bully and standard bully. It is thought to have been bred from a number of breeds including the American pit bull terrier, which was banned in the UK in 1991.

Who is the biggest XL bully? ›

King Leonidus Junior is the World's Largest American bully dog, flaunting a whopping 150 pounds of pure muscle.

Who is the rapper with the XL Bully? ›

Ashley Warren said he had moved to Essex to give his son a fresh start after the death of his mum, adding that Ms Martin had visited often. He said his dogs - Beauty and Bear - were registered XL bullies and had had a litter of puppies.

What two dogs make a XL bully? ›

American XL bully's are dogs are close to the pitbull terrier and have been crossbred with other breeds such as English bulldogs, Olde English Bulldogge and American bulldogs. XL's got recognition as a breed from the US United Kennel Club in 2013 but they are not recognised by the main dog associations in the UK.

Are bullies violent dogs? ›

Unfortunately, many people associate the word “bully” with the dog's temperament. Many bully breed dogs are labeled as violent and aggressive, but in reality most are loving, loyal companions.

Is a XL Bully a fighting dog? ›

The XL Bully

Bull Breeds were originally bred for bull and bear baiting, and then for dog-fighting. They have a genetic predisposition to enjoy jumping, biting, holding and tugging, which is what made them good for their original 'job'.

Who was the girl killed by XL Bully in Limerick? ›

Nicole Morey, who was 23, was treated by paramedics but died at the scene, gardaí said. The attack happened at about 23:40 BST on Tuesday in Ballyneety, County Limerick. A Garda spokesperson said officers from an armed support unit sent to the scene encountered a number of aggressive dogs.

When was the birthday massacre formed? ›

The Birthday Massacre (abbreviated TBM) is a Canadian rock band, formed in 1999 in London, Ontario, and currently based in Toronto, Ontario.

Who was the 23 year old girl mauled by a dog? ›

A woman who died after being attacked by a dog at a house in County Limerick has been named locally as Nicole Morey. The attack happened at about 23:40 on Tuesday in Ballyneety. Ms Morey, who was 23, was treated by paramedics but died at the scene, gardaí (Irish police) said.

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