Dog attack sees two people airlifted to hospital as four hurt

18 November 2023 , 16:12

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Two were taken to hospital. File image (Image: In Pictures via Getty Images)

Four people have been injured in a horror dog attack with two people airlifted to hospital after the incident in Gwynedd, Wales.

Police attended an address in Rhoshirwaun, Pwllheli, shortly before 11.30am on Friday in response to reports of a dangerous dog incident. Two people were taken to hospital by air ambulance and two others sustained minor injuries, reports Wales Online.

A North Wales police spokesman said on Saturday: "Following the incident a total of 37 dogs and a number of cats have been seized from the address. The dog involved in the incident was destroyed and is yet to be examined by a vet to establish the breed. There continues to be a police presence in the area whilst our inquiries continue."

The incident happened in Rhoshirwaun, Pwllheli

Chief superintendent Sian Beck said: “We understand this was a concerning incident in the local area and wish to reassure the community that there is no further risk to the wider public. We have launched a joint investigation with the RSPCA and are appealing for anyone who may have information about the dogs located at the property to contact us.

"We would like to thank members of the local community for their patience and support whilst we were in attendance at this incident. Anyone with information that may help in our investigations should contact us via our live webchat online, or by calling 101, quoting reference A182569."

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