Appeal after teenager bitten by dog

Police are appealing for information after a teenager was bitten by a dog in a Leicester park.

Between 4pm and 4.30pm on Monday 2 September, a 15-year-old boy was approached by a dog, described an Alsatian/German Shepherd type breed, while on the path known as Black Path.

This is between Linney Road and Bishopdale Road near to what is also known locally as Rainbow Park.

The dog, which was on a lead with its owner walking nearby, bit the boy on the arm before running off.

PC Rae Sidat, who is the investigating officer, said: “This boy sustained a serious bite wound which not only required hospital treatment but an operation to close the wound.

“I would like to speak to anyone who may have seen this dog, or the incident itself to get in touch. If this is your dog, or you know the person who owns it, we would also like to speak to you.”

Anyone who has information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting 24*526318.