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19-Year-Old Dies After Dog Attack; Investigation Underway

4/21/2026

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Jamie-Lea Biscoe, a 19-year-old woman from Leaden Roding, Essex, died from neck injuries after a dog attack on April 10.
The Coroner's Court confirmed her death was due to injuries.
Proceedings were suspended for a police investigation.
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of a dog being dangerously out of control and released on bail.
The dog, believed to be a lurcher-cross, has been seized for breed testing.

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Jamie-Lea Biscoe, a 19-year-old woman from Leaden Roding, Essex, died from neck injuries after a dog attack on April 10.
The Coroner's Court confirmed her death was due to injuries.
Proceedings were suspended for a police investigation.
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of a dog being dangerously out of control and released on bail.
The dog, believed to be a lurcher-cross, has been seized for breed testing.