Four injured in Hartlepool dog attack

Three dogs have been seized by police following an incident in Hartlepool shortly before 2pm yesterday afternoon (Sunday 1st June).

The German Shepherd dogs had escaped from a property on Sheriff Street in Hartlepool and attacked several people in the street. Those injured were treated by paramedics at the scene.

All of the dogs have been removed from the property by officers, and the area is now safe again.

We are aware of some speculation circulating on social media and can confirm that none of the dogs have been destroyed.

Enquiries are ongoing into the incident and anyone with information or footage is asked to call 101 quoting reference 98951.

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