A 12-year-old girl has suffered life-changing injuries in a dog attack in Nantyglo, Blaenau Gwent, according to reports from Gwent Police. The incident occurred at The Crescent in Nantyglo, Brynmawr, and was reported around 5.50pm on Monday evening. Police responded to the scene and the young girl was immediately taken to the hospital with severe injuries, described as life-changing. The dog involved in the attack has since been seized by officers and will be euthanised. The specific breed of the dog has not been disclosed by authorities at this time.
Two individuals, a 37-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman from the Brynmawr area, have been arrested in connection with the incident. They are being held on suspicion of owning or possessing a dog bred for fighting, as well as owning or possessing a dog dangerously out of control. Gwent Police Superintendent John Davies expressed that the incident was distressing for all involved and assured the local community that there is no further risk to the public. Ongoing police activity in Nantyglo is expected as the investigation progresses, and anyone with information is urged to come forward.
Superintendent Davies encouraged anyone with relevant information to report it through the Gwent Police website, send a direct message via social media, or contact them by phone on 101, quoting reference 2400334368. For those who wish to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers can be reached at 0800 555 111. The investigation into the dog attack is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.