A runner in Newcastle was left with serious injuries after being knocked over and bitten by an aggressive dog. The woman, aged in her 40s, was running on Goldspink Lane near Ouseburn Park in the Sandyford area when the attack happened.
Attack details and appeal
Officers are appealing for witnesses who saw the dog and its owner between 1.30pm and 1.45pm on Friday, October 23. As the victim passed the dog, the bull-type dog reportedly became aggressive, knocked her to the ground and bit her leg.
The dog's owner, described as a woman in her late 20s or early 30s, 5ft 8ins tall with dark brown hair, left the scene with the dog. The victim received hospital treatment for serious injuries to her leg.
Description of the dog and owner
The owner was wearing a gilet with a brown fur collar and black leggings, with her hair in a ponytail. The dog is described as small and silver in colour.
Police say a number of enquiries have been ongoing since the report was first made. Today (Tuesday), officers are appealing to the public for witnesses who may have information that could assist with their enquiries.
How to provide information
Anyone with information should send Northumbria Police a direct message on social media or use the live chat and report forms on the Force's website. Those unable to contact in these ways can call 101, quoting reference 26000479913.
