Overview
- South Yorkshire Police say the child was aggressively approached in a Schofield Street park in Mexborough before the dog attacked his face.
- The boy suffered injuries to his eye, ears and cheeks, was taken to hospital, and police say the wounds could leave lasting scars.
- Officers arrested a 29-year-old on suspicion of owning a dog dangerously out of control; he was later released on bail as investigations proceed.
- The dog is being held in police kennels while its breed is assessed, with reports describing it as believed to be a bull-type animal.
- Inspector Steve Usher urged owners to keep dogs on leads in public, ensure microchipping and collars, and tailor routes based on their dog’s behaviour.