Man seriously injured by dogs in Stoke-on-Trent
It happened yesterday
Last updated 3rd Feb 2026
Two people have been arrested, on suspicion of animal control offences, after two people suffered dog bite injuries in Stoke-on-Trent.
Police were called shortly before 6pm yesterday (Monday 2 February), to Macdonald Crescent in Meir.
Three dogs were involved.
A man suffered serious injuries.
Another victim, a woman, also suffered a significant bite injury.
Both victims made their way to hospital independently for treatment.
Officers assisted in securing the animals, which have since been removed from the property.
A 37-year-old woman and a 36-year-old man, both of Stoke-on-Trent, were arrested on suspicion of being the owner/person in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury.
They remain in police custody, while inquiries continue.
Officers are carrying out door-to-door inquiries and urge anyone with relevant CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage to get in touch.
Call 101, quoting incident number 576 of 2 February.
To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.