NSW police found a dead man at an Eschol Park property in Sydney after a suspected dog attack. Photograph: David Gray/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenNSW police found a dead man at an Eschol Park property in Sydney after a suspected dog attack. Photograph: David Gray/AFP/Getty ImagesNew South WalesMan dies after suspected dog attack at rural property in outer SydneyPolice say body of 23-year-old found at Eschol Park property with significant injuries, indicating he may have been attacked before death Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Australian Associated PressFri 7 Aug 2026 05.53 CESTFirst published on Fri 7 Aug 2026 03.33 CESTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA young man has died after a suspected dog attack at a rural property, as police begin an investigation.Authorities were alerted to the discovery of the 23-year-old’s body at a rural property in Sydney’s south-west on Wednesday. Police found the body with what they described as significant injuries and established a crime scene.Sign up for the Breaking News Australia email“Initial inquiries indicate the man may have been attacked by animals prior to his death,” New South Wales police said in a statement.About eight dogs lived at the Eschol Park property, according to Sydney radio station 2GB. None of those animals were registered or microchipped, it was reported.Campbelltown City detectives launched an investigation into the man’s death. The Campbelltown council said it was assisting police.“Council is supporting police inquiries and will continue to assist as required, in accordance with its legislative responsibilities, including determining the registration and ownership status of the dogs,” a spokesperson said.Their inquiries remain ongoing and a report will be prepared for the coroner.- Achol Arok contributed reportingExplore more on these topicsNew South WalesSydneynewsShareReuse this content
