North Yorkshire Police stated it was referred to as by Yorkshire Ambulance Service to the incident within the Malton space at round 4.15pm on Monday, November 1.
A drive spokesperson stated: “It occurred contained in the household’s dwelling.
“Regardless of the efforts of medical professionals and a member of the general public who got here to the household’s assist, tragically, the lady died on the scene after struggling severe accidents.
“Following the incident, the canine was secured inside a automobile by a member of the family previous to the arrival of the emergency companies.
“It was then seized by officers who took it to safe kennels the place it stays presently.
“The canine is being assessed as a part of the investigation.
“Our ideas stay with the lady’s household and mates at this very distressing time.
“Officers are supporting the household whereas enquiries proceed.
“We additionally urge folks to not speculate concerning the incident, respect the household’s privateness and permit them to grieve in peace.
“We are going to present extra data once we are capable of.”
