Girl Injured in Dog Attack on Canterbury Bus – Police Hunt Key Witness

A young girl suffered cuts after a Staffordshire terrier-type dog bit her on a bus in Canterbury last Saturday evening.

Dog Attack on Sturry Road Bus

The shocking incident unfolded at around 7.40pm on Saturday 10 August 2024 aboard a bus travelling along Sturry Road, Canterbury. The dog involved is described as a black or brown Staffordshire terrier-type.

Victim Suffers Minor Injuries

The girl sustained cuts from the attack, but thankfully, the injuries are not believed to be serious.

Police Release Image, Ask for Help

kent.police.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police have launched an investigation and released a photo of a man who might hold crucial information about the incident. Anyone who recognises him is urged to get in touch.

  • Call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/134407/24
  • Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111 or via their online form

Police urge anyone with information to come forward and help bring answers to this worrying attack.

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