Irvine beach: Police investigating after dog attack on owner and pet

Police say they responded to reports of a dog attacking a woman and another dog. <i>(Image: Street View)</i>
Police say they responded to reports of a dog attacking a woman and another dog. (Image: Street View)
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POLICE say an investigation is underway after a dog attacked a woman and her pet at Irvine beach park yesterday, Tuesday April 25.

The Times contacted Police Scotland after hearing reports about the incident online.

These reports alleged that a dog "was mauled by another off the lead dog" when walking in the popular seaside spot.

It added that thanks to the help of some passers-by, the injuries to the pet pooch that had been attacked were limited.

Though they still had to be taken to the emergency vets - where surgery was required.

And Police Scotland were able to verify that an incident had taken place around that area yesterday evening.

A force spokesperson said: “Around 7.45pm on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, police received a report of a dog attacking a woman and another dog in the Harbour Street area of Irvine.

“Enquiries are ongoing.”

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