Bolton dog attack: Man, 50, suffers life-changing injuries

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The man was attacked on Yewdale Gardens in Bolton

A man has suffered life-changing injuries in a dog attack in Greater Manchester.

Emergency services were called to Yewdale Gardens, Bolton, shortly before 13:30 BST.

A 50-year-old man was taken to hospital after suffering injuries to his face, arms and legs.

Greater Manchester Police has not released details of the breed of dog involved but it is believed to be the man's pet and has been destroyed.

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