Dog seized after man suffers serious arm injuries
Police were called to Mayfair Avenue in Middlesbrough on Monday evening
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A dog has been seized after a man suffered serious injuries to his arm.
Police were called to Mayfair Avenue in Middlesbrough at about 20:00 BST on Monday, and an Akita-type dog was taken away from the scene.
A 37-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of having a dog dangerously out of control.
The injured man, 26, was taken to James Cook University Hospital where he is still receiving treatment, Cleveland Police said.
A force spokesman said: "The dog was seized and is currently in a secure police facility whilst the woman is questioned and other enquiries continue."
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