Boy, 10, mauled by two dogs in horror attack on walk with mum at park sparking urgent
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward
DANGER DOGS Boy, 10, mauled by two dogs in horror attack on walk with mum at park sparking urgent
A TEN-YEAR-OLD boy was mauled by two dogs in a horror attack at a park, sparking an urgent police hunt.
Sussex Police confirmed a boy was bitten on the legs by dogs while walking with his mother in Abbot's Wood at around 2:40pm on May 26.
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The dogs were reportedly Terrier, Jack Russell, or Patterdale breeds, with one believed to be named Molly.
The ten-year-old boy was taken to hospital, treated for his injuries, and later discharged
A police spokesperson said: "The dogs have been described as small, possibly a terrier, Jack Russell or Patterdale breed. One of the dogs is thought to be named Molly.
'We are also appealing for identification of the dogs' owner who did not remain at the scene.
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"She was described as a woman with blonde hair tied in a ponytail and wearing a light coloured top and black leggings.'
Inspector Anthony Oakensen added: "We understand that this was a distressing incident for the child and his mum. Fortunately, he is now recovering at home.
'We are exploring a number of lines of inquiry and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
"We are keen to understand the full circumstances of this incident, and would encourage the woman involved to come forward to assist with our enquiries.
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"Anyone with relevant information such as mobile phone or CCTV footage is also asked to come forward."
Information can be reported to Sussex Police online or by dialling 101, quoting serial 721 of 26/05.
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