A young child suffered severe facial injuries after being attacked by a dog at a pub in Staffordshire. The incident took place in the beer garden of The Wulstan in Wolstanton on a Wednesday afternoon. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with the child visibly injured and guests in a state of panic, prompting a 999 call.

The toddler received initial treatment at the location for the serious wounds before being transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital for further urgent medical attention. Staffordshire Police confirmed that the child has since been released from the hospital.

Philip Preece, a regular patron at the pub, witnessed the attack and identified the dog as a Bulldog breed. He recounted the distressing moment when the child, accompanied by his mother, was suddenly rushed into the pub, both covered in blood. Preece described the child’s injuries as severe and the chaotic atmosphere that ensued.

Emergency services, including the ambulance and paramedics, responded swiftly to the scene to provide necessary care and transport the child to the hospital. The incident has triggered a police investigation, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the case.

Individuals who may have witnessed the attack or have relevant details are encouraged to contact the police or Crimestoppers anonymously. The authorities can be reached at 101, referencing incident number 592 of July 15.