A seven-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital after being attacked by what witnesses described as an XL bulldog

A seven-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital last night after being attacked by what witnesses described as an XL bulldog at Gorsedale Park in Merseyside. The schoolgirl suffered injuries to her head and legs in the incident.

Merseyside Police" link="linked" id="83507">Merseyside Police responded swiftly to the attack and seized the dog involved. Detective Inspector Emma Kerrigan from Merseyside Police referred to the incident as a "horrific attack" and assured the public that the young girl received the best possible care and treatment for her injuries. The police are now focused on investigating the incident and locating the owner of the dog.