Boy, 3, suffers face injuries in dog attack

Police said the three-year-old boy was attacked at Bramshall Park in Uttoxeter

A three-year-old boy has suffered face injuries after being bitten by a dog.

The animal was off the lead when it attacked the youngster at Bramshall Park in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, at about 10:00 GMT.

The child was taken to hospital for treatment but his injuries were not believed to be life-threatening, Staffordshire Police said.

The dog was described as black and white, medium-sized, with curly hair. Police said its owner could not be found at the scene.

Officers have appealed for anyone who saw what happened or who might have video footage to get in touch.