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24/07/2015
Man Admits Owning Dog That Killed Grandmother
A man has admitted owning a dog which fatally attacked his grandmother at their home in Cardiff.
Rhona Greve, 64, died after suffering neck and face injuries during the attack in March.
Craig Greve, 23, pleaded guilty at Cardiff Crown Court to owning the dog.
Mr Greve was remanded in custody until sentencing in September.
(LM)
Rhona Greve, 64, died after suffering neck and face injuries during the attack in March.
Craig Greve, 23, pleaded guilty at Cardiff Crown Court to owning the dog.
Mr Greve was remanded in custody until sentencing in September.
(LM)
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