An elderly woman was killed this afternoon by two dogs in her home on Antonio Sciortino Street Msida.

The 95-year-old, who resided with relatives, was attacked and killed at 4pm by two pit bulls allegedly belonging to her grandson. She was pronounced dead on site. 

The dogs also attacked and killed her chihuahua. 

A medical team, members from the Civil Protection Department and Animal Welfare officials were on the scene.

Investigations are on-going and a magisterial inquiry is underway. 

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