Schoolgirl bitten by dangerous dog outside Sainsbury's in Newcastle

Northumbria Police announced today (January 22) that they are looking into the alleged dangerous dog incident, and have released the image of an individual who they would like to trace.

The incident happened between 8pm and 8.10pm on December 12 last year, which saw a 12-year-old girl and her mum attend Sainsbury’s on Chillingham Road, Newcastle.

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But when walking past the cash point outside the store, a dog jumped up and bit the schoolgirl on her arm, causing severe pain and bruising.

It is reported that the dog owner then left the scene without exchanging any details.

An investigation is ongoing into the incident, and police have now identified an individual who they would like to speak to in connection with their enquiries.

The person that Northumbria Police want to speak to in connection with the attack. The person pictured is thought to have been nearby at the time of the incident. Picture: NORTHUMBRIA POLICE

They were in the area at the time and could have valuable information that can assist the investigation.

The person pictured is asked to contact police via the ‘Tell Us Something’ page of the Northumbria Police website or by calling 101, quoting reference NP-20211213-0175. Alternatively, you can email 3115@northumbria.pnn.police.uk.

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