A MAN who admitted to a charge of possession of a fighting dog will be sentenced in May.
Anthony Byrne, of Ellen Street, Sutton, appeared before Liverpool, Knowsley and St Helens Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, April 23.
Byrne, 42, pleaded guilty before magistrates to the charge, contrary to the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.
READ > Woman arrested after police dog 'finds hidden drugs' in property
He admitted to having possession of a pit bull-type dog called Nala on February 29 this year.
At the hearing, Byrne's sentencing was adjourned at the request of the defence for a temperament report to be prepared for Nala.
The 42-year-old was granted unconditional bail and will appear back at the magistrates' court for sentencing on Friday, May 17.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article