The dogs seized after two males have been critically injured in an assault on Teesside have now been described by police.
Cleveland Police appealed on Sunday morning for witnesses to an incident, which occurred in South Bank on Saturday, to return ahead. The stunning attack left two males in hospital with critical accidents – one in step with canine bites, say cops.
Detectives have now revealed the looks of the dogs – saying one is described as wanting like an XL Bully, whereas the opposite seems to be a ‘Staffy’ or Staffordshire Bull Terrier. However, they moved to say that the precise breeds should be confirmed by consultants.
A spokesperson for Cleveland Police mentioned of the animals: “One is described as an XL Bully in look and the opposite described as having the looks of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Enquiries will probably be made to verify the breeds as a part of the enquiries.”
Police are investigating the incident which occurred on Henry Street in South Bank at round 3.30pm Saturday, October 7. A 36-year-old man was left with a string of accidents to his head, mouth, fingers and legs, whereas a 31-year-old man sustained puncture wounds in step with canine bites.
Both males have been taken by ambulance to James Cook University Hospital, in Middlesbrough, for therapy. Their accidents are described as critical, however not life threatening.
Two males, aged 30 and 54, have been arrested later within the night on suspicion of grievous bodily hurt and brought to police custody for questioning. Two dogs have been seized from a property in South Bank in reference to the incident. Witnesses, or anybody with data, CCTV, dashcam footage or Ring doorbell footage are requested to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting ref 200064.
