Telford dog attack leaves woman in hospital as police warn Alsatian 'may pose a further danger to the public'
Police have appealed for information after a woman was hospitalised in a Telford dog attack.
Police said the incident took place yesterday - Friday, November 21, in the Woodside area of the town.
The victim was bitten by an Alsatian with its owner leaving the scene.
A statement from West Mercia Police said: "An ambulance was called at around 2.30pm after the woman who was walking along Warrensway in Woodside, Telford, was attacked by an Alsatian. She is being treated in hospital for her injuries.
"The owner, who had two Alsatians; one on a lead which attacked the woman, and another off the lead, left the scene and has not yet been identified."
Inspector Gavin Williams: “We are keen to identify the owner, as we believe the dog may pose a further danger to the public.
“We would like to hear from anyone in the area, anyone who may have doorbell video footage that could help with our enquiries, or local dog walkers who may be aware of someone with two Alsatians.”
Anyone with information is urged to call 01952 214610 quoting incident 248 of November 21.
Alternatively, information can be reported anonymously by visiting Crimestoppers.
