A MAN was bitten on the leg by a dog in Fleet, sparking an appeal from police to find a woman who may have 'vital information'.

A man in his 50s was bitten by a dog in Pyestock Way just after 8am on Friday, October 18, Hampshire Constabulary confirmed.

The man suffered injuries to his leg as a result of the incident. 

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Police said that since they received the report, they have been carrying out a number of enquiries and would like to speak to a woman.

She is described as white, aged between 25 and 40 and having brown hair.

A spokesperson for the police force added: "If this is you, or if you know the woman, please call police on 101, quoting 44240454950.

"You can also submit information to us online here: hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/