Police are on the scene of a controversial mass XL Bully canine walk in Handsworth Park as we speak. Protest organisers stated that the XL Bullies usually are not the issue and need to present how ‘light’ the breed is.
But the Bully meet confronted a web-based backlash after many stated it was “dangerous and extremely irresponsible” – with dogs later banned from the occasion. However, in a second u-turn, it was determined that XL Bullies, aged under six-months, can be free to be walked as a part of the protest.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak introduced that the breed can be banned by the tip of the yr. It follows a spate of assaults, together with the loss of life of Aston Villa fan Ian Price, 52, in Stonnall, Staffordshire, earlier this month.
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Jake Harris, from the 0121 Bullys Instagram and TikTok account, stated: “Everyone has their very own opinion on this breed however there are a variety of good opinions on the market as nicely.” He additionally stated beforehand: “It’s all concerning the homeowners – I’ve received three XL Bullies and never considered one of them would harm a soul. Yes they may look massive and scary however they’re massive household dogs. I’ve received my fingers crossed there shall be a variety of households there.”
In a press release, West Midlands Police stated: “We stay in touch with the organiser of the occasion in Handsworth and could have a presence there on Saturday. Officers shall be in attendance to reply any questions from the general public.”
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12:47Ben Perrin
Mass XL Bully canine walk
Good afternoon.
The XL Bully canine walk is expetced to happen at Handsworth Park, between 1pm and 3pm, as we speak.
