Toddler Hospitalized After Dog Bites Face from Pushchair in Southampton
A one-year-old boy was taken to hospital after a dog attacked his face while he was in a pushchair in Southampton, prompting a police appeal.
On August 21, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary were called to Shirley Precinct in Southampton around 3:20 pm after a dog reportedly lunged into a pushchair and bit a one-year-old boy’s face. The animal, described as a German Shepherd wearing a soft mesh muzzle, left two small puncture wounds and facial grazing, leading paramedics to transport the child to hospital. Investigators are now gathering evidence and have issued a CCTV image of a woman they think could assist the inquiry.
Police have asked anyone who knows the woman or witnessed the incident to call the non-emergency line, quoting a reference number. The case highlights concerns about dog control in public spaces.
Why it matters
It underscores public safety risks from uncontrolled dogs and the importance of responsible pet ownership.
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