The dog was reported to have attacked and injured and child
A man has been convicted following two separate dog attacks in North Belfast last year during which a child was injured.
Liam Craughwell, 52, of Cliftonville Road, Belfast appeared at Belfast Magistrates Court this morning, April 4, after Belfast City Council sought prosecution following reports of the incidents. The prosecution was taken after reports that a Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross dog had attacked and injured a child at Cliftonville Circus, Belfast in April 2022. The dog also attacked and fatally injured a cat at premises on the Cliftonville Road in June 2022.
Mr Craughwell had previously pleaded guilty to offences under Article 28 and 29 of The Dogs Order 1983. He was sentenced to 80 hours community service and required to pay compensation orders totalling £665.40 in addition to legal and court costs.For all the latest news, visit the Belfast Live homepage here and sign up to our daily newsletter here.