Police are appealing for witnesses after a 79-year-old man suffered potentially life-threatening injuries in an incident involving a dog in Plymouth over the weekend.
The incident happened at around 9.15am on Saturday 1 August near The Sundial on Armada Way.
According to Devon & Cornwall Police, the elderly man was walking in the area when he was jumped at by a large black dog that was not on a lead. The incident caused him to fall, resulting in a serious head injury.
The man remains in hospital, where his injuries have been described as potentially life-threatening.
Officers are now appealing for the owner of the dog to come forward. They are also keen to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident or assisted the injured man at the scene, as they work to establish the full circumstances.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information, CCTV or mobile phone footage is asked to contact Devon & Cornwall Police online or by calling 101, quoting reference 50260203507.
Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.
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