A young dog walker mauled to death by eight dogs has been named as Natasha Johnston. The 28-year-old was attacked by the dogs she was hired to look after at a local beauty spot in Caterham, Surrey on January 12.
Both Surrey Police and the coroner had refused to identify Miss Johnston, but her name was listed on the Surrey Coroner's Court website this afternoon. Her inquest is expected to formally open tomorrow morning.
Eight dogs were seized by police at the scene and continue to remain in police custody. None of the dogs were banned breeds and no prosecutions have been brought forward by Surrey Police, who confirmed last week they have now closed their investigation.
