A dog has died and two people have been injured after another canine reportedly became out of control.

A second dog was also harmed in the reported incident, which unfolded in Birds Avenue, Garlinge, near Margate, yesterday afternoon (June 6).

A police spokesman today said one dog has been seized while another received treatment at a vets.

“Kent Police was called at 1.25pm on Tuesday 6 June 2023 following a report that a dog was attacking other dogs in Birds Avenue, Garlinge, near Margate,” they said.

“Officers attended and the dog was seized.

“Two people were injured during the incident and a man was taken to a local hospital.

“Two dogs were also injured, with one sadly found deceased at the scene and another taken to a vets.”

Enquiries are currently ongoing.

Eye-witnesses and people with CCTV or dashcam footage which may assist have been urged to call the force on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/100450/23.