Police are appealing for witnesses and information after an 85-year-old Harrogate man was attacked by a dog whilst defending his own.
It happened in Hall Lane Park on Tuesday 19th November between 7pm and 7.30pm.
The elderly man was walking his Labrador when it was attacked and injured by a white “pit-bull-type” dog, which was unmuzzled, out-of-control and off the lead, and being walked by two young men.
The pensioner fell over whilst trying to protect his dog, and was left feeling “shaken and upset.”
The men with the attacking dog are described as white, aged around 20-years-old, and wearing dark clothing.
Following the incident they both left the park without providing any details.
A police spokesperson said:
“We’re appealing for information from anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or can help us to identify the young men and the attacking dog.
“Please email Sylvia.Matla@northyorkshire.police.uk if you have any information that could help our investigation.
“Alternatively, you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for PC Sylvia Matla, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.”
Please quote NYP reference 12240220197 when passing on information.

Pilot dies following aircraft crash near Masham, police confirm
Ripon's Portly Pig to host charity football tournament
Council to review parking charges across North Yorkshire
Free packed lunches at Starbeck café feed families in need
Harrogate dentist recognised at national dental awards
Knaresborough beeswax candle shop set to close
Harrogate Town launches new half-time crossbar challenge
Queen and ABBA tribute acts to headline Harrogate Beer Festival
Ripon entrepreneur to appear on Dragon's Den
Harrogate figures to be 'jailed' to raise money for Harrogate Theatre
Harrogate bookshop named as finalist for British Book Awards
Council update on operator of Alpamare water park
Visitor levy would be mayor's decision, says senior councillor
Date announced for return of Harrogate dog show
Harrogate's Italian community donates sensory kits worth £1,200 to Harrogate Hospital
Man taken to Leeds General infirmary following aircraft crash in Masham
Six arrested following car theft in Harrogate
FULL CHAT: Local occupational therapist hosts online masterclass to support new mums
Harrogate businesses reject new accommodation BID proposal
New interior showroom to open on Albert Street


