Child bitten several times by dog in Knaresborough as police launch investigation
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information and witnesses after a child was bitten several times by a dog in Knaresborough.
The incident happened at around 12.15pm on Saturday, June 13, when a nine-year-old boy was playing football on the grass at Old Penny Gate and was bitten on the leg.
The dog is described as a blue 'sausage dog' breed, which is blue/grey in appearance.
Following the attack, the dog’s owner took hold of the animal but is believed to have provided the child’s father with a false name and phone number before leaving the scene.
North Yorkshire Police is now appealing for witnesses and anyone with information that could assist its enquiries to come forward.
Officers are particularly keen to hear from anyone who saw the incident, captured any footage on a mobile phone, or was driving in the area with a dashcam at the time.
If you can help, you should email [email protected]
You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101.
Alternatively if you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting https://crimestoppers-uk.org/
You should quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12260109194 when providing any details regarding the incident.