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Eschol Park: Man, 23, found dead by police after suspected dog attack, investigation underway

Police suspect the man was attacked by animals prior to his death.

Emily Williams
The Nightly
A 23yo has died after what police believe was an animal attack.

A 23-year-old man has died from a suspected dog attack.

About midday on Wednesday, August 5, emergency services were called to a rural property on Badgally Road, Escholl Park in south-west Sydney.

When they arrived, police found the body of a 23-year-old man who had “significant injuries”.

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They believe the man may have been attacked by animals prior to his death.

According to 2GB, up to eight dogs were found on the property, none of which were registered or microchipped.

His cause of death has not yet been determined and an investigation is underway.

A crime scene has been established and a report will be prepared for the coroner.

More to come...

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