‘Much-loved’ mother mauled to death by dog at Aberdeen flat

Michell McLeod was pronounced dead at the scene

Michelle McLeod was mauled to death at a flat in Foresterhill Road (Google Maps )

A woman has died in a dog attack at a flat in Aberdeen in Scotland.

Michelle McLeod, 41, was pronounced dead at the scene after emergency crews were called to Foresterhill Road around 11.15pm on Saturday, 7 December, 2024.

The dog, whose breed has not been revealed, has since been euthanised.

A tribute from her family said: “We are devastated by the loss of Michelle.

“She was a much-loved mother, daughter and friend to many and will be sorely missed by all who knew her.

“We would like to ask that our privacy is respected and allow us to grieve at this very difficult time.”

A Police Scotland spokesperson said “At around 11.15pm on Saturday 7 December, police received a report that a woman had been seriously injured by a dog within a flat on Foresterhill Road, Aberdeen.

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

“Inquiries into the incident are ongoing. The dog has since been euthanised.”