Postman hospitalised with numerous injuries after vicious attack by dogs in Tipperary
Postman hospitalised with numerous injuries after vicious attack by dogs in Tipperary
Gardaí are investigating an incident in Tipperary where a postman was attacked by two dogs and left in a serious condition last week.
The dogs, which are understood to not be on the list of restricted breeds, were seized by the authorities and are scheduled to be destroyed.
The Postman, aged in his 60s, suffered a number of injuries as a result of the attack and was hospitalised.
In a statement to media, Gardaí said: "Gardaí were alerted to an incident involving two dogs that occurred at a property in Kilcommon, Co. Tipperary on Thursday, February 27th 2025 at approximately 1.40pm.
"A man (60s) received a number of non-life threatening injuries and was taken to University Hospital Limerick for treatment.
"Gardaí have engaged with the owner of the dogs and arrangements are being made with local veterinary services for their destruction.
"Investigations are ongoing", the Gardaí said.