A MUM and dad have been charged over the death of a “happy and caring” tot who was mauled to death by a dog at home.
Daniel Twigg, three, tragically died in 2022 after the horror attack in Milnrow, Greater Manchester.
Young Daniel Twigg tragically died in 2022
The youngster had been rushed to hospital after an out-of-control hound mauled him, but he tragically died.
His parents, Mark Twigg and Joanne Bedford, have today been charged with gross negligence manslaughter.
Greater Manchester Police this afternoon said: “Two charged with gross negligence manslaughter of three-year-old Daniel Twigg in 2022.
“Daniel sadly died after sustaining injuries as a result of being attacked by a dangerous dog on Tunshill Lane, Milnrow in Rochdale on Sunday 15 May 2022.
“Mark Twigg (31/03/1982) and Joanne Bedford (16/10/1987) both of King Street, Radcliffe, have been charged with gross negligence manslaughter.
“They have been notified to attend a scheduled court appearance at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court on Wednesday 31 July 2024.”
At an inquest into Daniel’s death, a coroner named Trigg and Bedford as his parents, LancsLive reported.
It found the tot died after suffering head and neck injuries.
A huge cane corso – an Italian mastiff breed that can weigh up to seven-and-a-half stone – has been destroyed.
Paying tribute at the time of the tragedy, the youngster’s family said: “Daniel was a happy, kind and caring little boy who was loved by all who knew him.
“He loved Paw Patrol and playing with his brother and sister, he also loved being around animals – especially his pony, Splash.
“He brought us many laughs and was a comical character.
“He was brave, intelligent and full of many characteristics.
“Daniel loved being with his whole family and will be missed by all.
“On behalf of our family, we ask people to respect our privacy.”
More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online
Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.
Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.