A two-year-old girl was taken to hospital after suffering facial injuries when she was bitten by a dog at a village pub. Police have issued a picture of a man they want to trace following the incident in Muston, Leicestershire.
Incident at Church Lane pub
The young girl was bitten at a pub in Church Lane between 7.30pm and 7.50pm on Friday, September 18. Her injuries required hospital treatment, according to Leicestershire Police.
Officers have since carried out further enquiries and are now appealing for help identifying a man who they believe could have information about the incident. An image of the man has been released by the force as investigators continue their enquiries.
Police appeal for information
Speaking on the Melton Police Facebook page, a spokesperson for the force said: "Officers would like to speak to the man pictured after a two-year-old girl was bitten by a dog at a pub in Church Lane, Muston.
"The incident happened between 7.30pm and 7.50pm on Friday 18 September.
"The girl suffered injuries to her face which required hospital treatment.
"Following further enquiries, officers investigating the incident believe the man may have information about what happened.
"Anyone who recognises him is asked to call 101, quoting reference 26*572323."
Information can also be submitted to Leicestershire Police through the force's website.
