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Police officers are appealing for information after a dog attack led to an animal having to be put down.
The incident happened in Broadmead Avenue, Northampton, on Wednesday, January 1, at about 7.20pm, when an XL Bully attacked a dog called Rex – a chihuahua crossed with a Pomeranian, whilst he was being taken for a walk by his owner.
Sadly, Rex had to be put down as a result and his owner suffered injuries to his hands.
Witnesses or anyone with information should call Northamptonshire Police on 101.
Please quote incident number 25000001510 when passing on any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.