Two men have been attacked by a large dog in Loftus . Emergency services were called to the incident which left a 74-year-old man seriously injured in hospital.

A 50-year-old man was also bitten by the dog and received treatment to his wrist. The owner of the dog, a 64-year-old man, was arrested in connection with the attack, which happened around 9.25am in West Road on Friday, October 31.

The 74-year-old remains in hospital receiving treatment on Monday, November 2, having suffered a serious injury to his arm. Cleveland Police said the dog, a large cross breed, was contained inside the premises by officers and has since been removed and taken to specialist kennels.

Witnesses say around six police vehicles were called to Loftus' West Road on Friday. Two ambulances were also in atten

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