Child Dies in Dog Attack, Police Confirm
Police confirmed the death of a child after a suspected dog attack in Dormanstown, Redcar. Officers with weapons were called to the scene at approximately 13:30 BST due to concerns about a child’s safety. Upon arrival, the child was found deceased, and authorities believe the cause of death was a dog bite.
Cleveland Police reported that one dog was destroyed on the street, while another at the residence was seized during the incident. The BBC has sought details from the police about the child’s age and the breeds of the dogs involved. Meanwhile, the North East Ambulance Service deployed three crews to the location, with one individual taken to the hospital for further care.
“This is a distressing and tragic incident, and our thoughts are with the child’s family,” said Emily Harrison, district commander for Redcar and Cleveland. “I encourage anyone with concerns or information to speak to an officer.”
Officers remain at the address as an investigation into the attack continues. The police have not yet disclosed the child’s age or the specific dog breeds, but they are actively gathering information. Follow BBC Tees on X, Facebook, Nextdoor, and Instagram for more updates.
