Police said a man suffered serious injuries and a woman suffered a significant bite injury
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Two people were hurt after being attacked by three dogs in the Midlands.
Police were called to the scene after a man and a woman were bitten on Monday, February 2.
Both took themselves to hospital for treatment, police said.
Officers have since arrested two people in connection with the incident.
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Staffordshire Police said: “Two people have been arrested on suspicion of animal control offences after two people suffered dog bite injuries in Stoke-on-Trent.
“We were called shortly before 6pm on Monday, February 2, to Macdonald Crescent in Meir.
“Three dogs were involved. A man suffered serious injuries.
“Another victim, a woman, also suffered a significant bite injury.
“Both victims made their way to hospital independently for treatment.
“Officers assisted in securing the animals, which have since been removed from the property.
“A 37-year-old woman and a 36-year-old man, both of Stoke-on-Trent, were arrested on suspicion of being the owner/person in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury.
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“They remain in police custody while our inquiries continue.
“Officers are carrying out door-to-door inquiries and urge anyone with relevant CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage to get in touch.
“Call us on 101 quoting incident number 576 of February 2.
“To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”