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A 16-year-old boy was injured in a terrifying dog attack at Barack Hall Park in Bexhill on the evening of Saturday, June 7, prompting a public appeal from Sussex Police to trace a woman in connection with the incident.
Teen Bitten While Playing Basketball
The teenager was playing basketball at approximately 7:30 p.m. when two large dogs, believed to be Dobermans, launched an unprovoked attack. Witnesses reported that the animals bit the boy on the arms and legs before being restrained by bystanders.
The boy’s father drove him to hospital, where he received treatment and was later discharged. He is now recovering at home.
Owners Verbally Abusive, Fled Scene
Witnesses said that the dogs’ owners were abusive to those who tried to intervene and left the park shortly after the attack, without offering assistance or exchanging details. Sussex Police are now looking to identify a woman believed to be connected to the dogs involved.
“We’re keen to speak to anyone who saw what happened or has information about the dogs or their owners,” a Sussex Police spokesperson said.
Appeal for Witnesses and Footage
Sussex Police are urgently requesting:
- Mobile phone footage
- CCTV from nearby homes or roads
- Dashcam recordings from passing vehicles
If you were in Barack Hall Park or surrounding streets on the evening of Saturday, 7 June, or have any relevant information, contact Sussex Police by calling 101 or reporting online quoting serial 368 of 07/06.
You can also submit information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Community Safety Concerns
The attack has reignited concern among Bexhill residents about the presence of aggressive dogs in public parks. The incident follows other similar attacks reported across the UK in recent months, highlighting the risks of irresponsible dog ownership.
Barack Hall Park is a popular family space, and parents have voiced fears about safety following this distressing event.
