North Yorkshire Police launch investigation after man bitten by dog in Harrogate woods

North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information and witnesses after a man was reportedly bitten by a dog in Harrogate.

The incident happened on the morning of Thursday, March 12 when a man, who was working for Yorkshire Water, was bitten by a dog in Sandy Bank Woods in Pannal.

The dog is described as similar in appearance to a Hungarian Vizsla.

The male with the dog is described as white, aged 30 to 40, slim build, and about 5ft 10inch to 6ft 1inch.

The police are appealing for information and witnesses after a man was reportedly bitten by a dog in Sandy Bank Woods in Pannal near Harrogateplaceholder image
The police are appealing for information and witnesses after a man was reportedly bitten by a dog in Sandy Bank Woods in Pannal near Harrogate

He was wearing dark trousers, green wellies, a green waxed jacket, and a hat.

He also had a second dog with him on a lead.

A spokesperson at North Yorkshire Police said: “We are eager to identify the dog owner and if anyone has any knowledge of who this male may be, please get in contact.”

If you can help, you should email [email protected]

You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for PC Ben Robinson-Brockhill.

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 12260044872 when providing any details regarding the incident.

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