Authorities are appealing for a man spotted on a path at Chatsworth House to come forward as part of an investigation into a dog attack. The incident took place at the estate in the Peak District National Park, and a report was received on Monday, 9 October at 21.55 BST
The victim, an elderly woman in her 80s, was walking along a path at Chatsworth between 15.30 and 15.40 BST on Sunday, 8 October when she was bitten on the leg by a Doberman dog. In light of this concerning incident, an investigation has been initiated, and it is crucial to speak with the man captured in the attached picture. Authorities believe he was in close proximity to the scene at the time of the attack and may possess vital information.
If you are the man depicted in the photo, or if you are aware of his identity, or if you witnessed the incident, please contact the investigating team at Derbyshire Police on 101. Reference number 23*628598 should be quoted when communicating with the authorities. There are various methods available to reach out to them, including:
For those who wish to remain anonymous, the independent charity CrimeStoppers can be contacted at 0800 555 111. Alternatively, information can be provided through the CrimeStoppers website.
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