POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was attacked by a dog in Wisbech.

The 64-year-old was walking his dog in Beatrice Road at about 10.15am on Thursday August 8 when another animal attacked them both.

The victim suffered minor injuries to his hand, while his dog needed treatment at a veterinary surgery.

PC Colin Johnson said: “This was a distressing incident for the victim and his dog.

“We believe several people witnessed the attack and would urge them to call police.”

Anyone with any information should call PC Colin Johnson on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.