Man seriously hurt in Eastbourne dog attack as woman arrested
The dog was seized near Langney Pond and a nearby school was kept secure
A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after being attacked by a dog in Eastbourne.
Police were called to reports of the attack near Langney Pond in Sandpiper Walk at about 3.10pm yesterday afternoon (Monday).
The 44-year-old victim was taken to hospital.
A 53-year-old woman, who is known to him, has been arrested on suspicion of being the owner of a dog dangerously out of control.
The dog, believed to be a bull terrier and Doberman cross, has been safely seized and removed from the area.
Sussex Police said a nearby school and nursery were kept secure as a precaution while officers and paramedics responded.
Witnesses and anyone with information, including mobile phone, CCTV or doorbell footage, is asked to report it to Sussex Police online.