Police have arrested a man following a dog attack in Beeston.
Officers were called to High Road shortly after 8.45am on Wednesday (9 October) following reports a man had been attacked by a dog.
Following inquiries, police arrested a 44-year-old man this afternoon (Thursday 10 October) at an address in Beeston on suspicion of allowing a dog to be dangerously out of control. He remains in custody.
Officers also seized a dog, which police say is believed to be an XL Bully type, from the address. It remains in secure kennels.
The victim, a 26-year-old man, was taken to hospital after suffering injuries to his leg and hand. His injuries are not currently believed to be life-threatening.
A Nottinghamshire Police spokesperson said: “While we have now made an arrest in connection with this incident, the investigation is ongoing.
“At the time the incident occurred this area of Beeston was busy with people.
“I’d urge anyone who saw what happened, or has any other information which could aid our investigation, to please get in contact with us if they haven’t already done so.”
If you have information, please contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 120 of 9 October. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
