Three left injured in horror dog attack as street 'swarming with police' and air ambulance called

Three people were left injured in a horrific dog attack in Stockport on Thursday morning (October 10). Police and paramedics attended the incident on Oldham Drive, near Bredbury, at around 11.20am.

One woman was rushed to hospital with serious injuries from the scene. Armed officers were called to reports of a 'dog dangerously out of control' before finding the three victims injured.

Witnesses reported that part of the road was cordoned off and was 'swarming with police and ambulances'. An air ambulance was also seen landing in a nearby playing field.

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Pictures shared on social media showed at least six police cars lining the street with ambulances also in attendance. Officers were also seen conducting investigations at a block of flats.

The dog was seized by officers at the scene, Greater Manchester Police confirmed. Enquiries are ongoing, with any witnesses urged to contact the force.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: "At around 11.20am this morning (10 October), we responded to reports of a dog dangerously out of control in the Oldham Drive area of Woodley, Stockport.

"Officers attended and discovered two people with minor injuries, and a woman with more serious injuries. Thankfully, they are not believed to be life-threatening at this time.

"The dog was seized by officers upon their arrival and there is no ongoing risk to the public. No arrests have been made and enquiries are currently ongoing."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101 or gmp.police.uk, quoting log 1191 of 10/10/24.