Needham Market – Dog dangerously out of control

Needham Market – Dog dangerously out of control

Police are appealing for witnesses after a schoolboy was bitten by a dog in Needham Market.

The incident occurred at approximately 8.15am on Friday, 2 October, on School Street opposite Needham Market Library.

The boy was walking when a dog jumped at him and bit his thigh, puncturing the skin and causing an injury that required antibiotics.

The dog is described as large and grey. Its owner is described as a white man, aged in his late 60s to early 70s, of slim build and wearing cream trousers and a light green jacket.

Anyone who believes they may know this man, or who has any information regarding this incident, is asked to contact the Crime Coordination Centre, quoting reference: 37/58374/26 via:  

Website – https://www.suffolk.police.uk/tell-us

Email – CCC@suffolk.police.uk   

Phone – Call 101

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org

Please note in the event of an emergency you should always call 999