An elderly man in his 70s was bitten multiple times by a German Shepherd while trying to protect his own pet in Kew Woods, Southport. The incident occurred at 10am on Thursday and left the victim with serious wrist injuries, prompting a hospital visit. The dog and its owner fled the scene, prompting police to seek witnesses. This attack follows an increase in dog incidents in the UK, including a recent case where a man suffered life-altering injuries from a separate dog attack.
Merseyside Police reported that an elderly man was attacked by a German Shepherd while trying to protect his own dog, sustaining multiple bites.
Detective Inspector Gavin Mulcahy emphasized the urgency of locating the German Shepherd and its owner, stating it's imperative to prevent future incidents.
In 2023, dog attacks led to 16 fatalities, prompting a re-evaluation of dog regulations as over 20,000 attacks were reported in England and Wales.
A recent incident in Wiltshire highlighted the severity of dog attacks, with a man sustaining life-changing injuries from a dog deemed dangerously out of control.
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