Mom dead after beloved pet dog gnawed on her neck during seizure as her ear later found on scene

The family and neighbors of a woman tragically killed by her pet dog during a seizure have shared heartfelt tributes in her memory after the horrific scene .

Kelly Reilly, 33, a mother of two, was identified as the victim of the tragic incident that occurred on Monday in Wood End, Coventry. Despite the efforts of ambulance crews, Kelly was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Police have taken the dog into custody, stating that it does not appear to be a banned breed, though assessments are still being conducted. Neighbors revealed to the Mirror that the dog had recently been given to Kelly by a family member, with some speculating it was an XL Bully.

Kelly, who had known health issues, reportedly suffered a seizure and collapsed, at which point the dog attacked. Her distraught partner, Noel Spring, who lives nearby, tried desperately to save her.

As the police continue to assess the breed of the seized dog, neighbor Lorraine Griffiths recounted the harrowing events that took place shortly after midday on Monday. She explained, "Kelly suffers from seizures and is thought to have fallen to the floor while having a fit. The dog, which is an XL Bully, was in the flat and grabbed her neck. It may have been trying to help at first and then panicked and attacked. Her ear was ripped off and later found on the floor nearby."

Ms. Griffiths described how Kelly's 50-year-old boyfriend rushed over, attempting chest compressions to revive her, but to no avail. She added, "Noel is too upset to speak about it; he has just lost his missus and is hurting so much."

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Another neighbor mentioned that Kelly had only had the dog for a few months. A relative with several Bully dogs had given it to her. "The dog was never a problem and didn't seem dangerous," the neighbor said. "She was a lovely girl and you could always hear her singing. We'll all really miss her around here."

Despite the paramedics' swift response, Kelly died shortly after they arrived, according to West Midlands Police. The dog was seized, marking the latest in a series of fatal dog attacks across the country, many involving XL Bullies.

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Chief Inspector David Amos of West Midlands Police commented, "This is a distressing and tragic incident. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the woman who has sadly died. We are informing the coroner of her death, and the breed of the dog is yet to be confirmed."

Kelly's death marks the fourth fatal dog attack in the UK in 2024, following a record 16 deaths in 2023. Many of these incidents involved the American XL Bully breed, which was added to the list of banned breeds in England and Wales earlier this year.

Neighbors and family members have expressed their grief and paid tribute to Kelly on social media. One wrote, "My beautiful cousin, such an innocent soul, we will miss you." Another said, "Can't believe you're gone, cuz," while a friend added, "Such a loving girl - never had a bad bone in her body."