08 October 2023 , 16:46
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A pair of dogs have been seized after two men were rushed to hospital with serious injuries following an alleged attack in Teesside yesterday.
A 36-year-old man was left with a string of injuries to his head, mouth, fingers and legs, said police, while a 31-year-old man suffered puncture wounds "consistent with dog bites". Both of the victims were taken by ambulance to James Cook University Hospital for treatment.
Detectives have now revealed the appearance of the dogs, which were seized from a property in South Bank, North Yorkshire. One is believed to be an XL Bully while the other appears to be a 'Staffy' or Staffordshire Bull Terrier, but further testing is required to determine the exact breeds.
A spokesperson for Cleveland Police told Teesside Live: "One is described as an XL Bully in appearance and the other described as having the appearance of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Enquiries will be made to confirm the breeds as part of the enquiries."
Two men, aged 30 and 54, were arrested last night in connection with the "serious assault". The force said in a statement: "Officers are appealing for witnesses after two men were left injured following a serious assault on Henry Street in Southbank at around 3:30pm on Saturday 7th October.
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"A 36-year-old man was left with injuries to his head, mouth, fingers and legs, whilst a 31-year-old man sustained puncture wounds consistent with dog bites. Both men were taken by ambulance to James Cook University Hospital for treatment. Their injuries are described as serious, but not life threatening.
"Two men, aged 30 and 54, were arrested late in the evening of Saturday 7th October on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and taken to police custody for questioning. Two dogs have been seized from a property in Southbank in connection with the incident."
Witnesses, or anyone with information, CCTV, dashcam footage or Ring doorbell footage is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 200064.