Police have seized a dangerous dog and charged one person following a series of attacks on other dogs in Marston, Oxford. Officers from the Thames Valley Police North East Oxford Neighbourhood Team acted after residents reported multiple incidents of a dog dangerously out of control, causing understandable concern and distress to local residents and dog owners.
Thames Valley Police confirmed one suspect was arrested, charged, and released on strict court bail until they attend court in connection with the incident. The dog remains in secure kennels while the case proceeds through the courts. PC Ffion Mount, who issued the alert on 10 July, said officers thanked residents for their patience, support, and the information provided throughout the investigation.
Marston residents had raised the alarm after the dog attacked other dogs in the area. Under UK law, allowing a dog to be dangerously out of control is a criminal offence, and police have powers to seize and retain dogs even if no complaint has been made. The law covers incidents in any place.
Thames Valley Police hope this enforcement action provides reassurance to the community. Anyone with concerns about a dangerously out of control dog can contact police or their local council’s dog warden service.
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