Police are appealing for witnesses after a young boy was attacked by a dog in Crasswell Street, Portsmouth.
Between 1.30pm and 1.40pm on Thursday, October 29, a 6-year-old boy was walking with his mother when a Staffordshire Bull Terrier jumped up at him and bit his face.
The boy was taken to the Queen Alexandra Hospital.
PC Mark Walsh, said: “The young boy has been left with serious facial injuries that will require reconstructive surgery.
“The dog has been located and this incident is currently under investigation, and I would appeal to anyone who saw what happened to contact police as soon as possible. This incident was very shocking and it is vital we gather all available information.”
Can you help?
Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Mark Walsh at Portsmouth Central police station on 101 or call the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111. Mini-Com users can call 01962 875000. From outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, please call 0845 045 45 45.
