Two women were left seriously injured after they were attacked by a dog in a Fenland town. 

The attack by a mixed breed dog happened at about 10.45am on Sunday (November 3) in the area of Papworth Street, March.

The dog was seized by police and was later put down after being disclaimed by its owner.

Police are now appealing for witnesses after the two women were taken to Peterborough City Hospital with serious but not life-threatening bite injuries. 

The breed of the dog is not clear, but it is believed to be mixed and not covered by dangerous dog legislation.

Another man who stepped in to help control the dog suffered minor injuries but did not require hospital treatment. The women remain in hospital.

Police are appealing for witnesses, particularly anyone who has video footage, to contact them on 101, quoting incident 153 of today.

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