A two-year-old boy has sustained serious facial injuries after being bitten by a dog inside a property in the West Midlands.
Emergency Response to Sunday Afternoon Attack
West Midlands Police and ambulance crews were called to an address on Drews Holloway South in Cradley just before 3:50 pm on Sunday, 15 December 2025. Paramedics provided urgent treatment at the scene before the toddler was taken to hospital for further assessment and care.
Dog Humanely Destroyed Following Incident
Police have confirmed that the dog involved in the attack has since been "humanely destroyed." A spokesperson noted that the animal was not believed to be a breed banned under UK law. The decision to destroy the dog was made as a direct consequence of the attack on the child.
Ongoing Police Investigation
The incident, which occurred at a private residential address in the village of Cradley, part of the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley, remains under investigation. Police have logged the details and stated they will continue to follow up on the circumstances surrounding the attack.
The community has been left shocked by the event, which highlights the potential dangers of dog interactions with young children, even within a home environment.
