8st Beast that mauled boy, 10, to death was sold on Facebook DAYS before as ex-owner says ‘I have nothing to do with it’

The dog - nicknamed the Beast - had to be shot seven times by cops after it killed the youngster at his friend's house in Caerphilly, South Wales, two days ago.

Former owner Mr Jenkins told The Sun: “I am not the owner of that dog, I told the police everything I know, they know I have nothing to do with it.

"It's not my dog and it's since been re-homed from me.”

It comes after he posted online trying to find the dog a new home.

He said: "I've tried my best with him, I have other dogs and cannot put them at risk. He needs someone with time."

The post was accompanied with a picture of the huge dog flexing its rippling muscles.

Last night Gwent Police confirmed that a 28-year-old woman was on conditional bail after being arrested on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury resulting in death.

Two men – a 34-year-old from the Mountain Ash area and a 19-year-old from the Caerphilly area – were released after they attended voluntarily in relation to the same charge.

Police say a dog legislation expert has now been brought in to examine its features and confirm if it is a breed allowed in the UK.

Tests could be carried out to check the animal's DNA, along with its owners and breeders being quizzed by officers.

Chief Superintendent Mark Hobrough said: “As our investigation continues, we will be removing our scenes from the area and the work to identify the breed of dog involved is also progressing.

“As we’ve arrested an individual on suspicion of an offence linked to the attack, and spoken to two others voluntarily, we’re looking to identify where any criminal matters have occurred.

Cllr Philippa Marsden, Leader of Caerphilly Council said the community had been left in shock following the attack.

It's nothing to do with me

Lee Jenkins

She said: “The whole community has been shocked and saddened by the loss of such a young life in such tragic circumstances.

"Jack was a bright and popular child who will be greatly missed by everyone at Cwm Ifor Primary and the wider community.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Jack’s family at this most difficult time.”

Wayne David, the Labour MP for Caerphilly, said: "There needs to be an examination of the Dangerous Dogs Act to see if the law needs to be strengthened."

He added “lessons must be learned” following Jack's tragic death.

Jack Lis was savaged by the eight-stone animal in Caerphilly, South Wales, on Monday afternoon.

He had walked to his friend's home from Cwm Ifor Primary School when the horror unfolded.

Jack's pal was heard neighbours screaming for help as the dog launched the ferocious attack.

Jack's mum Emma, 32, paid tribute to her "beatiful boy" following the death.

She wrote on Facebook: "With so much heartbreak and before close friends and family see his name in the news, I have to announce our beautiful boy Jack was taken so tragically yesterday.

"It was not our dog nor did it happen at our family home. He was out to play. We need the speculation to stop. The police will issue this formally later.

"We love you so much our sweet sweet boy."