Woman killed in American Bulldog attack in Aberdeen

The attack happened in Aberdeen's Foresterhill Road

A woman has been killed in a dog attack at a flat in Aberdeen.

Michelle McLeod, 41, died at the scene after emergency services attended the incident in the city's Foresterhill Road on Saturday night.

Police said that the dog - which it is understood was registered as an American Bulldog - had since been destroyed.

Ms McLeod's family in a statement: "She was a much-loved mother, daughter and friend to many and will be sorely missed by all who knew her".

Police Scotland said inquiries into the incident were ongoing.

A force spokesperson said: "Police received a report that a woman had been seriously injured by a dog within a flat.

"Emergency services attended but the 41-year-old woman died at the scene."

Ms McLeod's family has asked for privacy following her death.

They added: "We are devastated by the loss of Michelle."