WEST Midlands Police have confirmed that two dogs involved in a fatal attack on a man were banned XL Bullies.

Nicholas Glass, aged 32, was found dead in the garden of a relative’s property on Hereford Close in Rednal, in the early hours of August 21.

It’s believed up to four dogs were involved in the attack and a post-mortem has since revealed Nicholas died as a result of dog bite injuries.

Two of the dogs were seized by police at the scene and the remaining pair were found on grassland three miles away following a two-day hunt.

West Midlands Police said tests have now confirmed two of the dogs were XL Bullies and neither have a certificate of exemption. The dogs remain in secure kennels.

In a further update, the force said: "A full investigation is being conducted into all circumstances surrounding the tragic death of Mr Glass".

Nicholas' family have paid tribute to him. In a statement they said: “In Nicholas we’ve lost a loving son, brother and uncle who was adored by all of his family and friends.

“He was kind hearted, caring and compassionate and he’d do anything for anyone.

"We are devastated at his loss and we all miss him desperately.”