THE two dogs responsible for killing a family pet in front of a 10-year-old boy have been seized, police said.

Around 7.30pm on Sunday the child was walking a white Bichonfrise called Buddy in Accrington with his grandfather, the dog's owner.

When they reached the path adjacent to the end of Howard Close two large dogs attacked Buddy and he died from his injuries.

Police have now said a man is being interviewed and two dogs have been seized who were involved in the attack.

A police spokesman said: "Thanks to the local dog warden, Oswaldtwistle NHPT staff and members of the public who have recently provided information regarding the attack on Buddy, two dogs have been seized earlier today and a male has been interviewed.

"The dogs are confirmed as being responsible for the attack."