DOG ATTACK Girl, 2, Mauled in Face by ‘Terrier-like’ Dog in Rustington’s Brookfield Park

A two-year-old girl is in hospital with serious facial injuries after being bitten multiple times by a dog in a Rustington park. The unprovoked attack took place in Brookfield Park, West Sussex, at approximately 3:30pm on Sunday, June 15.

According to Sussex Police" href="https://www.sussex.police.uk" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked" data-wpil-monitor-id="117703">Sussex Police, the child was mauled by a small, dark-coloured terrier-type dog, which was not accompanied by an owner or handler at the time. The toddler sustained injuries to her nose, lips, and cheek and is currently undergoing treatment.

Police Appeal: ‘Do You Recognise This Dog?’

The force has launched an investigation and is urging the public to come forward with any information that could help identify the dog or its possible owner. Officers have confirmed no person was seen with the dog during the incident, which has raised serious concerns about public safety in the area.

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