Elderly man had dog set on him during attack

The 74-year-old was set upon by two teenagers in Stratton Way, Biggleswade at around 5.50pm on Sunday (January 22).

The man, who was also punched while he was lying on the ground was taken to Lister Hospital in Stevenage where he was treated for a cut to his head which required four stitches.

He was also left with severe swelling to his face.

The first youth is described as being white, in his late teens and wearing a red top with its hood pulled up and dark bottoms.

He was in control of the dog, described as being chocolate or light brown with some black patches.

The second attacker was younger and wearing a black jacket with the hood up, dark trousers and a black and white scarf across his face.

Anyone with any information should contact Detective Constable Guy Steel-Jessop at Bedfordshire Police, in confidence on the non emergency number 101, or text information to 07786 200011.

For the full story see the Biggleswade Chronicle of Friday, January 27.