Ebbw Vale Man Jailed for XL Bully Attack on Young Girl

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Justin Allison (Image: Gwent Police)

Last Updated: January 29, 2025

A 38-year-old man from Ebbw Vale has been sentenced to three years in prison after his unregistered XL Bully dog attacked a 12-year-old girl in Nantyglo last October.

Justin Allison pleaded guilty at Newport Crown Court to possessing a banned breed without a licence, being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control in a public place, and possessing an offensive weapon in a private place.

The incident occurred at an address in The Crescent, where the young victim sustained serious injuries requiring hospital treatment. The dog was later seized and humanely destroyed.

Detective Chief Inspector Virginia Davies said: “Allison failed to keep his dog under control and a girl was viciously attacked, causing serious injuries. We wish her the very best with her ongoing recovery following this attack.

“This case should serve as a reminder to all dog owners of the importance of having your dog under control at all times.

“We take all reports of suspected irresponsible dog ownership seriously and we urge everyone to follow the legislation and guidance to prevent events like this happening in the future.”

In addition to the prison sentence, Allison has been banned from owning dogs for 10 years. 🚫

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