Man dies after being attacked by his dog on NSW property

A man has died after a dog attack on his property in Coonabarabran, located in north-west New South Wales. Emergency services were called to the Timor Road property around 10 am on Sunday, where they found the 55-year-old man with serious injuries.

Paramedics assessed the man at the scene, but he was pronounced dead. Police officers present at the property euthanized the dog involved in the attack. Authorities have stated that a report will be prepared for the coroner to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatality.

The breed of the dog could not be confirmed by police, but it was described as medium to large in size. The deceased is understood to have been the owner of the animal. The Warrumbungle Shire Council extended its condolences but declined to comment on the specifics of the incident, citing the ongoing police investigation.

In April, the council had urged residents to report aggressive dog behavior, noting that while most reported incidents in the shire involve attacks on other animals, there are occasional reports involving people. Under the NSW Companion Animals Act, councils are responsible for monitoring dangerous and menacing dogs, with penalties ranging from fines to significant financial repercussions for attacks resulting in serious injury or death.