The woman was dragged onto the road after her dog was allegedly attacked by a “prohibited dog breed.’
Female, who not want to be named walked her dog next to Tatto Heath Park, in St. Helens on Saturday, May 21 BUT dog described as a Staffordshire Bull Terrier that attacked family dog, a greyhound named Jamie, grabs him by the throat.
Member of in family owned by Jamie, said to ECHO, “An older couple with two dogs were on the park with them off lead Stuffy type dog ran straight over and took Jamie by the throat and dragged him and my mom into the middle of road. My mother was on in floor and to be honest, she doesn’t great health, I thought she would have a heart attack.”
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Witnesses and owner Jamie tried intervene. People passing by got out of their cars in help young man tried to free Jamie like dog got a firm grip on his jaw, leaving the old men dog seriously injured.
They are added: “BUT young the guy took my mom’s cane and tried to open her jaw, but she would not let go, Jamie screamed, and everything around who witnessed him screaming and crying, the owner of The staff tried to open its mouth and released Jamie. for a second so Jamie ran off down St. John’s street, but Stuffy freed himself and got Jamie again, attacking his neck and legs, ears face and just hanging on Jamie’s jaw.
young the man managed to stop dogx in the end attack jumping on it”, freeing Jamie. Jamie suffered serious injuries, including a fractured jaw, and was taken to the vet. for operation.
representative for Merseyside police said: “Officers have arrested a suspected breed of pit bull following an incident near Tatto Heath. on Saturday 21 May. Around 1:35 p.m., it was reported that the woman had been bitten while trying to restrain the suspected pit bull. dog on Elm Road when he attacked the greyhound.
“A suspected pit bull who was off it’s lead then ran off but was later transferred to another owner, a man in his 60s, on Crossley Road. Owner, 60-year- an elderly woman suffered injuries to two fingers and was taken to the hospital for treatment.
“greyhound dog He was taken for veterinary treatment for broken jaw, broken teeth and wounds on it back. Officers captured dog, which is considered a prohibited breed such as the pit bull. Later, the owner will appear for questioning by the police.”
Community Police Inspector Stacey Pope said: “This incident would have been traumatic. for both owners who suffered serious finger injuries, and the owner of greyhound who was left very upset. Luckily, the suspected pit bull was caught shortly after he was able to cause further harm anyone yet, and is currently under arrest.
“Merseyside Police take these incidents seriously and will take all necessary steps to keep our communities safe. We have a dedicated sergeant who handles all cases relating to dogs. Pit bull type dogs are a prohibited breed and are classified as dangerous. dog. They are not designed be family pets and pose danger to public.
“Everyone who goes his own way dog in a public place should be aware of of them dog behavior and keep it on a lead if he is inclined to show aggression towards other visitors to the park – regardless of their breed. Anyone who witnessed this incident or with Any information please contact @MerPolCC on Twitter or “Merseyside Police Contact Center” on facebook with number 22000349719.
“You can also call 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymous on 0800 555 111”.
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