Child dies in dog attack, police say

A child is believed to have died after being bitten by a dog, police have said.

Cleveland Police said it was called to an address on Hardale Grove, in Dormanstown, Redcar, shortly after 13:30 BST over reports of concern for a child.

When officers arrived at the property, the child had died and the force said it was believed to have been the result of a dog bite.

It said one dog had been destroyed on the street and another at the property had been seized.

The BBC has asked police how old the child was and what breed the dogs were.

District commander for Redcar and Cleveland Emily Harrison said officers remained at the address and an investigation was taking place.

"Understandably this is a distressing and tragic incident, and our thoughts are with the child's family," Harrison added.

"I would encourage anyone who has concerns or information to please speak to an officer."

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