Dog bites boy in Wellingborough park

Police want to speak to the dog's owner

Author: Charlotte BarberPublished 10th Aug 2026

A boy was bitten by a dog in Croyland Gardens, Wellingborough, leaving him with a bruised leg.

The incident happened between 2.20pm and 2.30pm on Friday, 31st July 2026.

The dog, thought to be a Jack Russell-type and called Biscuit, was not wearing a collar.

A woman picked up the dog and left the area shortly after.

There is currently no description of the woman.

Request for Information

Police are eager to identify and speak with the dog's owner following the incident.

Anyone who may have information or witnessed the incident is urged to come forward.

Details can be shared with Northamptonshire Police by calling 101.

Alternatively, information can be given anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers at 0800 555111.

Online submissions can be made at northants.police.uk/RO and crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information.

When providing information, reference incident number 26000455873 to ensure it reaches the correct department promptly.

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