Surrey fatal dog attack: 28-year-old victim is named as Natasha Johnston

A 28-year-old woman who was killed by dogs in Surrey has been named.

Natasha Johnston, from London, is understood to have been walking a number of dogs in Gravelly Hill, Caterham, when she was attacked on 12 January.

An inquest into her death will open at Surrey Coroner’s Court on Tuesday.

Eight dogs were seized at the scene and remain in police custody as forensic investigations continue.

None of the dogs are banned breeds, Surrey Police said.

A criminal investigation has been closed and no prosecutions are being brought against any individuals, the force said last week.

The woman’s family have described it as an “extremely difficult time”.

They said the “significant level of media interest” had caused “additional distress”.

“We continue to appeal for our privacy to be respected during our time of grief,” they added.

One witness to the attack told how the victim “screamed at us to turn back” as the incident unfolded.

The area was said to be popular with professional dog walkers.