A woman has been taken into custody in connection with a brutal dog-on-dog attack in Newport that left a small dog on the brink of death. The incident involved Giles Lewis’ six-year-old dog, Yuki, who was severely injured after being viciously attacked by another dog near Mr. Lewis’s residence. The horrifying assault took place at approximately 7.10pm on February 6 while Mr. Lewis was out for a walk with Yuki along Risca Road, just a short distance from their home. According to Mr. Lewis, a lurcher-type dog grabbed Yuki in its jaws, violently shook her, causing her to cry out in pain.
Following an appeal, Gwent Police have confirmed the arrest of a 47-year-old woman from Newport in connection with the dog on dog attack that occurred on February 6. The suspect has been apprehended on suspicion of having control over a dangerously out-of-control dog. The dog believed to have been involved in the attack has been seized by the authorities along with the arrest of the woman believed to be the dog’s owner. Yuki was rushed to a hospital in Langford after the attack where she received medical attention, including stabilisation, methadone, and feeding through a tube to aid her recovery.
In a statement on their Facebook page, Gwent Police said, “We recently appealed for information to formally identify two people following a dog-on-dog attack on Thursday 6 February in Risca Road, Newport. The identity of the woman has now been confirmed. A 47-year-old woman from Newport has since been arrested on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control. She remains in custody at this time. The dog believed to be involved in the reported attack has been seized. Thanks for sharing our appeal.” The attack on Yuki has raised concerns about the safety of pets in public spaces and the responsibility of dog owners to ensure their animals are under control at all times.
The severity of the attack on Yuki has sparked outrage within the local community, with many calling for stricter regulations on dog ownership and control. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers posed by aggressive animals and the importance of responsible pet ownership. Authorities are urging dog owners to be vigilant and take necessary precautions to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The arrest of the woman in connection with the attack on Yuki highlights the legal consequences that individuals may face for failing to control their pets in public spaces.
The arrest and subsequent investigation into the dog on dog attack reflect the seriousness with which such incidents are treated by law enforcement agencies. The case has drawn significant attention from animal welfare advocates and the general public, who are closely following developments in the investigation. The arrest serves as a warning to dog owners about the importance of adhering to laws pertaining to animal control and the potential repercussions of failing to do so. Yuki’s harrowing ordeal has brought to light the need for increased awareness and enforcement of regulations aimed at protecting both pets and the public from harm.