Two dogs killed and third seized after Sheffield dog attack leaves man in hospital

Emergency services closed Handsworth Road in the city for a number of hours

Handsworth Road, Sheffield
Author: Jonny FreemanPublished 3rd Dec 2023

Two dogs have been killed by armed police - and a third seized - after an attack in Sheffield.

Officers were called to Handsworth Road this morning - where they found a man injured.

A 27 year old man has been arrested.

South Yorkshire Police statement

Officers were called shortly before 9am today (Sunday 3 December) following reports that three dogs were running loose in the street around the Handsworth Road area in Sheffield.

As officers were searching the area, a further report was received that two dogs, believed to be of a bull breed had escaped from a property attacked a dog being walked along the street, causing injuries that required veterinary treatment.

The dog’s owner also suffered injuries during the attack and required hospital treatment.

Officers were sent to Handsworth Road in an attempt to find and capture the dogs. It is understood the dogs became increasingly aggressive towards officers, posing a significant risk to the public.

Firearms officers destroyed the dogs to prevent further any further injuries or risk.

The third dog was contained by officers and has been seized.

A 27-year-old man from Sheffield has been arrested on suspicion of having a dog dangerously out of control. He remains in police custody.

An investigation is ongoing into the circumstances surrounding the dog being dangerously out of control. Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident number 250 of 3 December 2023.

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