Child dies after dog destroyed as police called to Dormanstown

Crime scene investigators have been spotted on Hardale Drive, in Dormanstown, this evening (Thursday, April 9)after the incident at 1.30pm which saw a dog put down.

It comes after police received a report of concern for the safety of a child at a property. Tragically, Cleveland Police has now confirmed a child has died.

A spokesperson said: “This is believed to have been as a result of a dog bite. Armed officers were also in attendance and one dog was destroyed on the street while another dog at the property has been recovered by police.

“Understandably, this is a distressing and tragic incident, and our thoughts are with the child’s family.”

Paramedics also attended the scene. A North East Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We were called to an incident at a private address in Redcar on Thursday, April 9 shortly before 1.30pm.

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“We dispatched three ambulance crews, one clinical team leader and one duty officer to the incident. One patient was transported to hospital for further treatment.”

A crime scene investigation van and a police car remain at the scene this evening.

Anyone who has concerns or information is encouraged to speak to an officer. If you have information, please call 101 or visit our website quoting reference number 066204.