Dog attack in Douglas

Monday, 15 February 2016 00:00

Police are appealing for witnesses after a dog attack in Douglas last night.

It happened in the area of Central Promenade and Castlemona Avenue at around 9pm.

The black and white 'Staffie type' dog - which wasn't on a lead - ran up to another canine and attacked; no injuries were caused.

Officers want to speak to its owner who's described as a white man in his 30s - he was wearing a black hat and blue and white striped top.

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