Man suffers serious arm injuries in suspected dog attack in Middlesbrough
An Akita-type dog was taken away from the scene of Mayfair Avenue
A man's suffered serious arm injuries after a suspected dog attack in Middlesbrough.
It's thought to have happened at an address on Mayfair Avenue on Monday night (13 May, 2024)
Cleveland Police have confirmed a dog - an Akita type - has been seized.
A 37 year old woman has been arrested on suspicion of having a dog dangerously out of control.
Cleveland Police released this statement:
'Police in Middlesbrough have today seized an Akita-type dog and arrested a 37-year-old woman on suspicion of having a dog dangerously out of control.
'This comes after police were called to an address on Mayfair Avenue at around 8pm last night, Monday 13th May.
'A 26-year-old man sustained serious injuries to his arm and he is still receiving treatment in James Cook University Hospital.
'The dog was seized and is currently in a secure police facility whilst the woman is questioned and other enquiries continue.'