A Northland woman has been attacked and killed by a dog this afternoon.<\/p>\n
A family member at the scene in the town of Moerewa has told RNZ his aunt has been killed.<\/p>\n
He said the woman had been hanging out washing when a dog came onto the property and attacked her.<\/p>\n
It is understood two other people were injured. Ambulances were seen leaving the property and there are still three police cars there.<\/p>\n
It is believed the dog was shot by a neighbour before officers arrived.<\/p>\n
Distraught family members are gathered outside the house.<\/p>\n
Police acting Senior Sergeant James Calvert said the victim was an elderly woman.<\/p>\n
Police were alerted to the attack about 4.40pm, he said.<\/p>\n
“Upon arrival, a person was located deceased. A scene examination is currently being undertaken…<\/p>\n
“We can confirm there is no risk to the public in relation to this incident.”<\/p>\n
He confirmed the dog had been killed.<\/p>\n
St John said two people had moderate injuries. One taken was taken to Bay of Islands Hospital in Kawakawa.<\/p>\n
Earlier, it was reported two had been taken to hospital.<\/p>\n
The death has been referred to the coroner.<\/p>\n