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Dance Instructor Mauled by Dogs in Caernarfon Says He Will Press Charges

Police contact about charges signals an active investigation.

Overview

  • Leon Williams, 59, was attacked by two dogs on Twthill in Caernarfon shortly after an 8:11am photo on March 29.
  • He suffered deep bites to both legs and received treatment at Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor, including tetanus shots.
  • North Wales Police interviewed the dog owner the next day, then asked Williams if he wanted to press charges, which he says he will.
  • Williams says the dogs were on leads, knocked him down, clamped onto both legs for about three to five minutes, and one chased him as he fled.
  • He has canceled classes and says the attack left lasting psychological harm, prompting a social media warning about safety at the popular viewpoint.