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Sophie Brownson

'Like being attacked by a bear' - Wallsend window cleaner left needing hospital treatment after being mauled by savage dog on Valentine's Day

A Wallsend man savagely attacked by a dog while he was out on a walk has shared images of his horrific injuries as police launch an investigation into the incident.

Keith Richards was left needing hospital treatment after a Pit Bull reportedly launched a vicious attack on him while he walked his Border Terrier on Archer Street at around 8.15pm on February 14.

The 44-year-old told Chronicle Live he suffered bites on his right underarm, shoulder blade, collarbone and to the right side of his body during the 10-minute ordeal. Keith, who runs his own window cleaning business, has also been left unable to work while his injuries heal and faces the possibility of needing plastic surgery.

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