Nicosia authorities are searching for a dog that might have bitten a kid in Agios Dhometios over the weekend, after it ended up being uncertain whether a pit bull in cops custody matched the description.
Regional media stated a 10-year-old woman, who was strolling with her mom and their lap dog in Agios Dhometios over the weekend, was bit by a big dog which likewise assaulted and fatally injured their animal.
The occurrence happened on Saturday around midday on Andrea Demetriou Street, where another lady attempted to avoid the attack, with reports stating she was likewise bitten on the hand.
Cops on Monday early morning stated a dog matching a description provided by among the females was collared and was being held at the regional station, while the owner of the canine has actually been located and was anticipated to return from abroad on Tuesday.
However another witness apparently informed cops the dog in custody was not the canine that committed the attack.
An authorities authorities informed state radio that authorities were still on the lookout for a brown pit bull with a white trim in the front.
The officer likewise recommended members of the general public to get in touch with authorities if they see a roaming dog matching the description, while likewise advising dog owners to keep their pets on a leash at all times.
It was not developed whether the dog in custody was associated with the attack.
