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Child Loses Finger Tip in Dog Attack at Park

8/9/2025

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A child in Newton Abbot, Devon, suffered a heartbreaking injury when an unaccompanied dog bit off a fingertip while they enjoyed a biscuit in a play park on July 23. Authorities are urgently seeking the dog's owner, who may be unaware of the distressing incident. The dog is described as medium-sized and dark-colored, raising concerns for community safety.

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Story summary

A child in Newton Abbot, Devon, suffered a heartbreaking injury when an unaccompanied dog bit off a fingertip while they enjoyed a biscuit in a play park on July 23. Authorities are urgently seeking the dog's owner, who may be unaware of the distressing incident. The dog is described as medium-sized and dark-colored, raising concerns for community safety.