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Woman attacked by dog outside Homerton Overground station, police seek owner

Metropolitan Police appeal for witnesses after a grey Great Dane-type dog attacked a woman on 28 July 2025

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A woman was attacked by a dog outside Homerton Overground station in Hackney on the evening of 28 July 2025. The incident occurred at around 7pm, according to the Metropolitan Police.

The dog involved has been described as a grey Great Dane-type. Police have not confirmed the severity of the victim’s injuries, as reported by MyLondon.

Police appeal for witnesses

The Metropolitan Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Officers are searching for the dog’s owner, who is described as a White woman with blonde hair, aged between 30 and 40.

The force said in a statement on Met Engage, "Your information, no matter how small it may seem, could be vital in helping identify the dog owner."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting the investigation reference 01/7873322/26. The appeal was first reported by MyLondon.

What happens next

The investigation remains active. Police have not confirmed whether the dog has been located or if any arrests have been made. Residents in the Homerton area are advised to report any relevant sightings.

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Questions this report answers

Q/A
01What should I do if I saw the attack outside Homerton Overground station?

Contact the Metropolitan Police on 101, quoting investigation reference 01/7873322/26. Police say even small details could help identify the dog’s owner. The incident occurred at around 7pm on 28 July 2025.

02What does the dog’s owner look like?

The owner is described as a White woman with blonde hair, aged between 30 and 40. Police are appealing for anyone who recognises this description to come forward.

03Has the victim’s condition been confirmed?

No. The Metropolitan Police have not released details about the victim’s injuries. The investigation is ongoing, as reported by MyLondon on 29 July 2025.

04What kind of dog was involved in the attack?

The dog has been described as a grey Great Dane-type. Police are seeking the owner and any witnesses to the incident outside Homerton Overground station.

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