Two in hospital after "out of control" dog attack

Author: Callum ClarkPublished 22nd Apr 2019
Last updated 22nd Apr 2019

Two people are in hospital after being attacked by a dog whilst out walking near Falkirk.

It happened in the village of Avonbridge around 11pm on Saturday night.

A 23-year-old man is said to have serious facial and hand injuries, while a 22-year-old woman was also hurt.

The pair were taken to Forth Valley Royal Hospital where they continue to be treated.

Police are still tracing the dog and are looking to identify the owner.

Sergeant David Bellingham said: "This is a very serious incident of an apparently dangerous and out of control dog attacking two members of the public and leaving them badly hurt.

"We want to trace the animal and those who care for it as soon as possible and would urge anyone who was in the area and saw what happened to contact police immediately.

"Likewise if you have any other relevant information that can be of use to this inquiry then please also get in touch."