First pic of mum, 41, mauled to death by ‘XL Bully’ in her flat as ‘devastated’ family pays tribute

A TRAGIC mum mauled to death by her 'XL Bully' pet dog has been named and pictured - as loved ones paid tribute.

Michelle McLeod, 41, was savaged by the mutt called Bailey on Saturday night.

Today her grieving family said: "We are devastated by the loss of Michelle.

“She was a much-loved mother, daughter and friend to many and will be sorely missed by all who knew her.

“We would like to ask that our privacy is respected and allow us to grieve at this very difficult time."

Neighbours told of their shock at the horror inside Michelle's second floor flat in Aberdeen.

One said: "I always thought the dog had a bond with her. I'm beyond shocked this has happened."

Another said: "The dog got taken out for one walk a day just outside the flat. That was never going to be enough for a dog that size.

"Sadly this is how it's ended."

It's thought Michelle had got Bailey less than a year ago.

On Saturday night several cop cars and emergency crews were called to Michelle's flat on Foresterhill Road.

A local said: "It was a total shock when we found out what had happened. It's awful."

Police revealed the killer pet was put down after the incident.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 11.15pm on Saturday, 7 December 2024, police received a report that a woman had been seriously injured by a dog within a flat on Foresterhill Road, Aberdeen.

"Emergency services attended but the 41-year-old woman died at the scene.

"Enquiries into the incident are ongoing.

"The dog has since been euthanised."