Man charged in connection with Rugby dog attack

A 33-year-old man arrested following a dog attack in Rugby on Monday afternoon, has been charged with several offences.

Jamie Hoggins, of Baseley Way in Longford (Coventry), was yesterday charged with:

• Two charges of having a dog dangerously out of control causing injury - one from 2023 and one from 2025.

• An animal welfare offence under Section 9 of the animal Welfare Act 2006.

• Two charges of possession of offensive weapon.

• Possession of a Class B drug.

Hoggins has been remanded in custody and is due to appear before Coventry magistrates today, 19 February.

All seized dogs are being cared for in police kennels and assessed for any welfare needs.

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