Officers appeal for information after woman injured in Altrincham

At around 6.50pm on Thursday 6 July 2023, officers received reports of a woman being injured following an incident in Altrincham.

The woman was riding her horse in a field near to the Woodhouse Lane Waste and Recycling Centre, in an area known as ' The Moss.'

Two males have approached the woman, before letting their dog, believed to be a Pit bull, off its lead.

The dog chased the horse, causing the rider to fall off at speed, and resulting in non-life threatening or life-changing injuries.

The two males then left the area.

Officers have now released a photo of two people who they would like to speak to, as the pair may be able to help with their enquiries. 

PC Lee, from GMP's Trafford district, said: "This was a very frightening incident for the rider, who was hurt as a result of the dog running towards her.

"We are currently looking into all relevant lines of enquiry, and I would ask anyone who knows anything to please get in touch."

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting crime reference number CRI/06MM/0012349/23.

You can also report information on gmp.police.uk.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.