Officers investigating a dog attack on a girl in Trafford have recovered four more dogs

As part of the investigation, a van has also been found in south Manchester and is being examined.

Shortly before 2.40pm on Sunday 26 March 2023, police were called to a report of a child who had suffered injuries caused by dogs at an address on Ackers Lane, Carrington.

The girl, aged six, was taken to hospital where she remains in a stable condition.

Four adult dogs were seized by officers on Sunday along with nine puppies, and they were taken away by specialist partners.

Three people arrested on suspicion of owning a dangerous dog have been released on bail. 

Enquires are continuing to locate individuals GMP believe have responsibility for the dogs. 

Detective Inspector Matthew Dixon, of GMP's Trafford district, said: "This is a fluid investigation and so far we have recovered 17 dogs and made three arrests, as well as a vehicle of interest.

"However, the investigation is very much ongoing and anyone with information should contact police quoting log 1612-26/03/23."

Greater Manchester Police has referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) over the incident.