Woman and boy charged after children hurt and pet Yorkshire Terrier killed in ‘dog attack’ at Scots park

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A woman and a teenager have been charged in connection with an alleged dog attack that left two children hurt. A tiny Yorkshire Terrier, named Mini, was also killed during the incident which took place in a West Lothian park on Wednesday, January 5.

The youngsters, aged three and 10, suffered minor injuries after they were reportedly mauled by an American bulldog near Blackburnhall Gardens, Blackburn.

The animal has been seized by police under the Dangerous Dogs Act.We previously told how the dog was also involved in a separate incident last July when a 72-year-old man had his thumb ‘bitten off’.He was rushed to hospital for treatment after suffering numerous bites to his body, face, arms and legs but medics were unable to reattach the severed digit.The Daily Record and Sunday Mail have always been at the forefront when it comes to reporting crime in Scotland.But did you know all the ways you can stay informed of the top crime and courts headlines?We share live crime news and exclusive court stories as well as features and columns on historical cases, keeping our readers informed and updated across the country.Police Scotland have now confirmed that a 40-year-old woman has been charged alongside a 16-year-old youth.A force spokesperson said: “A 40-year-old woman and a 16-year-old male youth have been charged in connection with a dog attack in a park in Bathgate.“The incident happened around 6.20pm on Wednesday January 5 near Blackburnhall Gardens when two children, aged 10 and three, sustained minor injuries and a mini Yorkshire terrier died.“A full report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.” Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - Sign up to our daily newsletter here .