Teenager in hospital after being knocked over and bitten by rottweiler 

Police said the dog may have been roaming the area in Dundee before the attack.

Teenager in hospital after being knocked over and bitten by rottweiler in Dundee Getty Images

A teenager has been taken to hospital after being knocked over and bitten by a rottweiler.

The incident happened on a path between Merton Avenue and Kilspindie Road in the Dryburgh area of Dundee at around 2.10pm on Monday.

The 17-year-old required treatment in hospital.

Police said the dog may have been roaming the area before the attack.

Officers have appealed for information, asking members of the public to call 101 using the reference 2430 of June 26.

Path between Merton Avenue and Kilspindie Road in the Dryburgh area of Dundee.Google Maps
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