Woman sought by police looking into dog attack which left pet "seriously injured"

A WOMAN is being sought by police over a reported dog attack which left a pet seriously hurt.

Officers want to trace the woman pictured to help with their inquiries into the incident in Balby on September 3.

A spokesperson said that a 25-year-old woman had been walking her dog along Hall Flat Lane atabout noon another dog — believed to be a German Shepherd-type breed — had run towards them from the other side of the road.

“The German Shepherd-type dog is then believed to have bitten the victim’s dog numerous times, causing serious injuries that have required vet treatment,” she added.

“The 25-year-old was also bitten by the dog when she tried to intervene and suffered an injury to her hand that required hospital treatment.

“Officers are now keen to identify the woman pictured and are asking her, or anyone who recognises her, to get in touch as she may be able to assist with enquiries.”

Anyone who can help should call police on 101 quoting incident number 568 of September 3.