THE family of a Merseyside woman who died after a dog attack earlier this week have paid tributes to a "one in a million mum".

Ann Dunn, 65, passed away following the incident at a house on St Brigid's Crescent in Kirkdale on Monday (October 3).

Mrs Dunn's family have released a photograph today along with a brief statement that read: "Our one in a million mum. Life will never be the same without you."

A post-mortem will be carried out to establish the cause of death.

Five American bulldogs, which were inside the property, were handed over following the incident and have since been humanely destroyed.

A 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of owning a dog dangerously out of control and is currently in custody.

An investigation into the incident remains ongoing.

Detective Inspector Katie Coote said: "This is clearly a very distressing incident and our thoughts are with the family and friends of the lady who died.

"Our enquiries remain ongoing as we seek to establish what has happened and I would urge anyone who could assist our enquiries to get in touch."

Anyone with information is asked to DM @MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 22000731247.