Antony Harrington, known as Tony, was discovered unconscious at his residence in the peaceful village of Meriden, Warwickshire. Paramedics arrived on the scene and determined that bite injuries were the cause of his tragic passing, as confirmed by Warwickshire Police.
On the evening of November 25 last year, authorities seized seven dogs at the scene in Packington Lane. As the investigation continues, a 75-year-old woman was arrested and later released on bail.
According to The Sun, a source revealed that Mr. Harrington had a deep love for animals. One of the seven animals involved in his tragic death was his own pet, while the remaining six were believed to be owned by a friend.
Warwickshire Police spokesperson reported that on November 25, 2023, at 6:04 pm, paramedics notified the police about a man experiencing cardiac arrest at a residence located on Packington Lane in Meriden.
A man in his 70s was pronounced dead at the scene, with the cause of death determined to be bite injuries.
The authorities seized seven dogs at the scene, and a 75-year-old woman from the Coleshill area was arrested on suspicion of owning a dog that was dangerously out of control.
“She has been released on bail while investigations are ongoing.”
According to a statement from West Midlands Ambulance Service, they received a call regarding an unconscious patient in the garden of a property on Packington Lane in Meriden.
Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, which included two ambulances, a paramedic officer, and the critical care car from the air ambulance service.
Mr. Harrington, along with his late wife Louise, is said to have purchased The Lodge Veterinary Centre near Birmingham in 1980. However, they both eventually retired from full-time veterinary practice.
The National Traction Engine Trust, of which Tony Harrington was a member for over 25 years, expressed their sadness at his passing in a tribute shared on Facebook. Mr. Harrington’s funeral took place in Coleshill on March 4th.
Tony owned the Wallis & Steevens 7248 ‘Pedler’ and showed his support for the trust by participating in our annual driver training course. Over the years, he has been a valuable contributor to the trust, helping us with our displays at the NEC. In fact, in 2019, he brought along the Pedler to showcase its historical significance.
