North Yorkshire Police launch investigation after dog and owner attacked in Harrogate district village
Police launch investigation after dog and owner attacked in Harrogate village
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information and witnesses after a dog attack in a Harrogate district village left a small dog injured along with its owner.
The incident happened on the morning of Monday, September 28, outside the village shop and post office in Darley.
According to police, a small Chihuahua-type dog was attacked by a larger dog which is believed to have emerged from a van.
The Chihuahua suffered injuries during the incident, while its owner was also injured as she tried to intervene.
Officers investigating the incident believe a number of members of the public witnessed what happened.
They are particularly keen to speak to a local woman, possibly called Gillian, who kindly offered to take the injured dog and its owner to the vets following the attack.
If you can help, you should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101.
You should quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12260193476 when providing any details regarding the incident.