Police investigate serious dog attack

Police are investigating a dog attack which left a small dog with serious injuries.

It happened at about 10pm last Tuesday (November 10), in the area of the Crescent, Derbyhaven.

A resident of the area was walking his Yorkshire Terrier when it was set upon by two black and tan dogs similar to Alsatians, which were not on a leash and not under control.

The owner of the terrier managed to scare the other dogs off but the terrier received serious abdominal injuries.

If you have any information about the attack call Castletown police station on 822222, speak to any police officer or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.