Northumbria Police issues statement on Hendon disturbance and dog attack

Northumbria Police has issued a statement in relation to a disturbance and dog attack which occurred in Hendon yesterday.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “At around 12.40pm on Sunday (November 3), we received a report of a disturbance ongoing in the Suffolk Street area of Hendon.

“Emergency services attended the scene where it was reported a group of people had been fighting in the street.

“During the disturbance, a dog has injured two men, in their 30s. They were taken to hospital for treatment of serious, non-life threatening injuries.

“The dog in question was seized by police in order to protect the public.

“A 44-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent to commit grievous bodily harm. He remains in police custody at this time.

“While further assessment will be carried out, officers believe the dog to be a Bull type breed.

“Officers remain in the area to offer reassurance and enquiries into the incident are ongoing.

“Anyone with information can get in touch by sending a direct message on social media, or using live chat and report forms on our website.

“Those unable to make contact in these ways can call 101. Please quote reference: NP-20241103-0445.”