Large Bully-type dog bite incident at Stokesley

Police in Stokesley are appealing for help to find the owner of a large Bully-type dog that bit a man on his arm.

The incident happened on Three Tuns Wynd between 2.30pm and 3pm on Friday 22 December 2023.

The victim, who is aged his mid-60s and from Guisborough, had to seek medical treatment after the dog attacked him as he walked past.

The dog was on was on a lead at the time and is described as a large white Bully-type breed with tan patches on its body and head.

The man walking the dog is described as white, aged about 70, tall, frail-looking with long grey hair. He was wearing a long grey overcoat, possibly made from tweed.

Police are appealing for the owner of the dog or anyone who knows him to come forward as soon as possible.

If you can help, please email [email protected] or call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Katy Ditchburn.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. 

Please quote reference number 12230244954 when passing on information.